The Fortune Teller on Casting the Coffee Grounds, from an Original Design at Vaux-hall Gardens 1748 - 1760
francishayman
themetropolitanmuseumofart
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This engraving, created by Francis Hayman between 1748 and 1760, depicts a scene from Vauxhall Gardens, a popular London entertainment venue. The "Fortune Teller on Casting the Coffee Grounds" portrays a woman, likely a fortune teller, reading the grounds of a coffee cup to a seated young lady, while another woman looks on. The scene is set in a lush garden, suggesting the popular amusement of the era. This artwork provides a glimpse into the social scene of 18th-century England, capturing the allure of fortune-telling and the vibrant atmosphere of Vauxhall Gardens.
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