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Le Tournoi The Tournament
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Le Tournoi The Tournament
This illustration shows a group of colourfully dressed young ladies spectating a jousting tournement, they are currently admiring a competitor performing on his armoured horse. Date: circa 1901
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Admiring Armoured Colourfully Competitor Dressed Issue Jousting Lalbum Maitres Robida Spectating Tournament 1901 Albert Tournement Tournoi
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Le Tournoi: A Colorful Glimpse into the Past of Medieval Jousting Tournaments This illustration, dated circa 1901, transports us back in time to the vibrant and lively atmosphere of a medieval jousting tournament. The scene is set at 'Le Tournoi,' an event where knights and their armored steeds engage in competitive combat, showcasing their skill, strength, and courage. In the foreground, a group of young, colorfully dressed ladies, adorned in the fashion of the early 20th century, are intently focused on the tournament. Their excited expressions and animated gestures reveal their enjoyment of the spectacle unfolding before them. They are captivated by the sight of a competitor performing on his armored horse, the powerful animal and its rider poised for the next challenge. This illustration, titled 'Les Maitres de la Caricature' and issued in the album 'Issue 10' by Albert Robida, is a delightful depiction of the joy and wonder that such tournaments must have evoked. The artist masterfully captures the essence of the event, blending the spirit of the Middle Ages with the modern sensibilities of the early 1900s. The ladies' elegant attire and their fascination with the jousting competition serve as a reminder of the enduring appeal of medieval traditions and the thrill of live entertainment. This image offers a glimpse into the past and invites us to imagine the excitement and wonder that such events must have held for generations.
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