62 Daniel Meisner (1585–1625) – Vento, Fortuna et Damno – Copperplate Engraving (1630)
This emblematic engraving titled Vento, Fortuna et Damno ("Wind, Fortune, and Ruin") comes from the sixth part of Daniel Meisner’s renowned series Thesaurus Philo-Politicus, published posthumously in 1630. The scene depicts the allegorical ruin of a column blown over by the force of wind, with the Latin and German mottos reflecting on the instability of worldly fortune. In the background, a dramatic mountain collapse (Pluers mit dem Bergfall) further emphasizes the theme of sudden and unpredictable catastrophe.
Daniel Meisner (1585–1625) was a German poet and publisher known for his emblematic city views and moralized allegories. His Thesaurus Philo-Politicus, often paired with engravings by Eberhard Kieser, was an expansive work combining urban topography with political and philosophical reflections. The series became a unique fusion of emblematic tradition and early modern cartography.
Artist or Maker:
Daniel Meisner
Dimensions:
approx. 15 cm × 19 cm
Medium:
Copperplate Engraving
Date:
1630
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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