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Customs  /  La Mere Folle



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Customs / La Mere Folle

Carriage of LA MERE FOLLE, central figure of the Fete des Foux celebrated at Dijon and elsewhere

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Media ID 581765

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10028084

Celebrated Dijon Fete Mere Folle Foux


22"x18" Modern Frame

Introducing the captivating "Customs / La Mere Folle" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece showcases the lively and intriguing scene of "La Mere Folle," or "The Mad Woman," from the Fete des Foux celebration, held in Dijon and other regions. The Fete des Foux was a traditional French festival, filled with laughter, music, and the joyful chaos of the customs and traditions that came with it. The central figure, La Mere Folle, is depicted in all her glory, dressed in a large, ornate headdress and a flowing, colorful gown, as she leads the festivities with infectious energy. Bring this enchanting and vibrant moment into your home or office with our high-quality framed print. Each print is carefully crafted with attention to detail, ensuring a stunning presentation that is sure to captivate and delight. Add a touch of French charm and history to your space with the "Customs / La Mere Folle" framed print from Media Storehouse.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
La Mere Folle," or "The Mad Woman," is a central figure in the historic Fête des Fous, a lively and colorful carnival celebration that has taken place in Dijon, France, and other regions since the Middle Aages. This photograph, from Mary Evans Picture Library, captures the essence of this intriguing and enigmatic character as she rides in her ornate and elaborate carriage during the festivities. The Fête des Fous, also known as the Feast of Fools, was a time when social norms were turned upside down, and the roles of the usual hierarchies were reversed. The Mad Woman, or "Mère Folle," was a symbol of this upheaval, representing the unconventional and the irrational. She was often depicted as a large, grotesque, and sometimes even terrifying figure, dressed in ragged clothes and wearing a mask or a headdress adorned with flowers and other natural elements. The origins of the Fête des Fous and the Mad Woman are shrouded in mystery, with some historians believing that the celebration may have originated as a pagan ritual or a way for the lower classes to express their dissatisfaction with the ruling elite. Regardless of its origins, the Fête des Fous and the Mad Woman remain an important part of French history and culture, and continue to be celebrated in various forms to this day. This photograph, taken in Dijon during a Fête des Fous celebration, offers a glimpse into the rich and fascinating history of this unique and intriguing tradition. The Mad Woman's ornate and elaborate carriage, adorned with flowers, ribbons, and other decorations, reflects the exuberant and joyful spirit of the festivities, while her larger-than-life presence serves as a reminder of the power of the irrational and the unconventional to challenge and subvert the status quo.

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