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068185

The infant's choice

[Whole folio] An emblematical miniature showing that the lover's choice should be guided by spontaneous liking, rather than by a desire for wealth. The scene shows a child seated on a table, between two dishes; one is full of gold coins, and the other cherries. He chooses the cherries without hesitation, preferring the dish which appeals to his natural taste. The scene illustrates a love poem dedicated by Pierre Sala to Marguerite Builloud

Image taken from Love Poems.

Originally published/produced in France; early 16th century.



Author: Sala, Pierre
Shelfmark/Page: Stowe 955, f.14
Language: French and Spanish
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