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On the occasion of the wedding of a lady of Isabeau (Isabelle, Elisabeth) of Baviere, on January 28, 1393, King Charles VI of France disguised himself and chained himself to four other courtiers (engraving)
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On the occasion of the wedding of a lady of Isabeau (Isabelle, Elisabeth) of Baviere, on January 28, 1393, King Charles VI of France disguised himself and chained himself to four other courtiers (engraving)
ELD4835276 On the occasion of the wedding of a lady of Isabeau (Isabelle, Elisabeth) of Baviere, on January 28, 1393, King Charles VI of France disguised himself and chained himself to four other courtiers (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the occasion of the wedding of a lady of Isabeau (Isabelle, Elisabeth) of Baviere, on January 28, 1393, King Charles VI of France disguised himself and chained himself to four other courtiers - His brother, the Duke of Orleans, to recognize them, approached a torch and set fire to their costumes - The king was just so that one of the four other gentlemen, who threw himself in a basin of water - Engraving after "" Les chronicles"" by Jean Froissart -19th century - King Charles VI of France and his knights masquerade as savages (Ball of the Burning Men) on 28 January 1393 in Paris at which Charles VI of France performed in a dance with five members of the French nobility - After "" Froissart's Chronicles"" Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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This print captures a moment of whimsy and revelry at the wedding of Isabeau (Isabelle, Elisabeth) of Baviere on January 28, 1393. In a daring display of disguise and camaraderie, King Charles VI of France decided to join in the festivities by chaining himself to four other courtiers. The king's brother, the Duke of Orleans, cleverly identified them by approaching with a torch and setting fire to their costumes.
As the scene unfolded, one of the courtiers panicked and threw himself into a basin of water, adding an unexpected twist to this masquerade ball. This historical event was immortalized in an engraving based on "Les chronicles" by Jean Froissart in the 19th century.
Known as the Ball of Burning Men, this extravagant affair saw King Charles VI and his fellow noblemen donning savage costumes for a lively dance performance that delighted all in attendance. The image captures not only the elaborate costumes and masks worn by these men but also hints at the sense of mischief and camaraderie that characterized this unique event.
Through this print from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are transported back in time to witness a momentous occasion where royalty mingled with commoners in an evening filled with laughter, music, and unforgettable memories.
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