The Roll of Fate — Walter Crane
The Roll of Fate is an artwork by Walter Crane. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- The Roll of Fate
- Artist
- Walter Crane (English, 1845 – 1915)
- Subject collection
- Allegory & symbolism
The mythology behind the named subject
Fortune and fate are represented through personifications in classical and later art. The Greek Moirai govern the thread of life, while Fortune represents the changes of worldly circumstances.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with The Roll of Fate
The balanced proportions can sit comfortably on a smaller wall or within a considered grouping. Start with the space around the artwork, then choose a print size that leaves the composition easy to see.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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