The Fool 1751

"The Fool", a hand-colored etching created by French artist Claude Burdel in 1751, is a depiction of the "Fool" card in a traditional Tarot deck. The artwork, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, features a jester-like figure, clothed in a vibrant costume with bells and a jester's cap, walking with a staff. The figure is depicted with a carefree expression, stepping forward towards the unknown, symbolizing the innocence and spontaneity of the Fool card. The artwork, measuring just over 4 inches in height, showcases Burdel's mastery of detail in rendering the figure's attire, emphasizing the symbolic importance of this iconic Tarot card.