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A festival of fools, Middle Ages. 1906 (lithograph)

7236703 A festival of fools, Middle Ages.1906 (lithograph) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A festival of fools, Middle Ages. A large crowd of fools in hoods with ears and cockscombs dancing, tumbling, pulling each others noses, playing ball games, beating drums. Infinite is the number of fools. Stultorum infinitus est numerus, Ecclesiastes. Lithograph after an engraving by Jean Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder from Henry Rene d Allemagnes Recreations et Passe-Temps, Games and Pastimes, Hachette, Paris, 1906.); © Florilegius

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A Festival of Fools in the Middle Ages

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. This lithograph, created by Pieter Bruegel the Elder and reproduced in 1906, transports us back to a vibrant celebration during the Middle Ages. The image captures a large crowd of revelers dressed as fools, their hoods adorned with ears and cockscombs. These merry individuals are engaged in an array of lively activities - dancing, tumbling, pulling each other's noses, playing ball games, and beating drums. The scene is filled with an infectious energy as these fools immerse themselves in their own world of madness and merriment. As Ecclesiastes wisely stated: "Infinite is the number of fools". This sentiment rings true here as we witness countless individuals partaking in this joyous occasion. The lithograph was inspired by an engraving by Jean Galle after Pieter Bruegel the Elder from Henry Rene d'Allemagne's book "Recreations et Passe-Temps" which explores various games and pastimes. It beautifully captures the spirit of carnival festivities that were popular during this era. As we gaze upon this black-and-white print, we are transported to a time when street scenes like these were common occurrences. The image evokes nostalgia for a period long gone but not forgotten – a time when people would come together to celebrate life's simple pleasures amidst great tribulations. This remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images serves as both a historical document and an artistic masterpiece that reminds us of our shared human desire for leisure and celebration across centuries.

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