Appraise well this treasure of time
The endowment of days made mine
Pearls of wisdom shall there be
Golden moments of alchemy
Gems of gratitude a collection fair
Blessings priceless coins of care
Appraise well this treasure of time
Measures weighed upon a life line.
Rose Marie Raccioppi
Woman Holding a Balance, Oil on canvas, 1662-63, Johannes Vermeer, 1632-1675,
National Gallery of Art, Washington
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The painting, "Woman Holding a Balance," in its intent, its metaphor, its portrayal, in its entirety, holds deep significance for me. All that is symbolized, in her expression, in her stance, in her very state of anticipated birth, in a balance scale empty of content, the light she is bathed in, every element, every detail, every artifact shown, the subject content of the painting on the wall behind her, all resounding and heard is the voice of CHOICE itself. CHOICE - BALANCE - CHOICE - BALANCE...
Vermeer has a way of bringing concept, metaphor, beauty and light to all his considerations that become ours to know. There is such depth of spirit and intention in his artistry. This particular work reminding us of the "balance" called for between the material and spiritual values, to reflect on what we chose to "weigh." And so my poetic response, "Appraise Well."
Vermeer has a way of bringing concept, metaphor, beauty and light to all his considerations that become ours to know. There is such depth of spirit and intention in his artistry. This particular work reminding us of the "balance" called for between the material and spiritual values, to reflect on what we chose to "weigh." And so my poetic response, "Appraise Well."
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