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French Theatre -- Les Sobres Sotz



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French Theatre -- Les Sobres Sotz

Les Sobres Sotz (The Sober Fools), a farce, showing a fool, Le Badin, in yellow and green motley. Date: 16th century

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Bell Bells Boots Comedy Drama Ears Farce Fool Foolish Fools Gesture Motley Performance Punch Sash Sober Speaking Stick Foolery


A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Bring a touch of historical charm to your walls with Media Storehouse's range of poster prints, featuring the captivating image "French Theatre -- Les Sobres Sotz" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing 16th-century farce depicts the antics of Le Badin, the fool, dressed in vibrant yellow and green motley. Transport yourself back in time and add a unique, cultural element to your decor with this stunning, high-quality print. Order now and experience the rich history of theatre right in your own home.

Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious glossy or matte 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 34.1cm x 59.6cm (13.4" x 23.5")

Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 59.6cm (16.8" x 23.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

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


EDITORS COMMENTS
This 16th century print depicts a scene from the French farce, Les Sobres Sotz, or The Sober Fools. The central figure is Le Badin, a fool dressed in the traditional motley costume of yellow and green. The fool's exaggerated attire includes tall yellow boots, a blue sash, and a bell attached to each ear. Le Badin's expression is one of mischief and amusement, as he speaks to an unseen audience with a hand gesture and a punchline ready. The Middle Ages and Renaissance periods in Europe saw a flourishing of popular theatre, with farces like Les Sobres Sotz providing entertainment for the masses. These comedic performances often featured fools and their antics, poking fun at societal norms and the power structures of the time. Le Badin's costume is an essential element of the fool's character, signifying his foolishness and his role as a social commentator. The bells on his ears were a common feature of medieval fools' costumes, serving both to announce their presence and to mock the pomp and ceremony of the nobility. The print's intricate details, such as the textured fabric of Le Badin's motley and the folds of his costume, offer a glimpse into the craftsmanship and artistry of the time. The print's muted colors and the use of chiaroscuro shading add depth and texture to the image, transporting us back to the medieval world of French theatre.

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