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La Rancune Maliciously Pours her Chamber Pot over the Merchant from the Bas-Maine
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La Rancune Maliciously Pours her Chamber Pot over the Merchant from the Bas-Maine
XIR181962 La Rancune Maliciously Pours her Chamber Pot over the Merchant from the Bas-Maine, from Roman Comique by Paul Scarron (1610-60) 1712-16 (oil on canvas) by Coulom, Jean de (fl.1695-1735); Musee de Tesse, Le Mans, France; (add.info.: La Rancune, couche avec un marchand du Bas Maine, verse malicieusement son pot de chambre sur lui; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12702341
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Comedy Disgusting Excrement Gown Gross In Bed Nightdress Nightgown Practical Joke Urine
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The painting "La Rancune Maliciously Pours her Chamber Pot over the Merchant from the Bas-Maine" captures a comical and outrageous scene straight out of a 17th-century humorous novel. In this oil on canvas masterpiece by Jean de Coulom, we witness an act of revenge that is both shocking and amusing. Set in an intimate bedroom interior, the merchant from Bas-Maine finds himself at the mercy of La Rancune, who has decided to take matters into her own hands. Dressed in a nightdress, she mischievously pours her chamber pot over him as he lies helplessly in bed. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he portrays every disgusting element of this practical joke - excrement and urine splattering onto bedsheets and clothing. This artwork not only showcases Coulom's talent for capturing humor through visual storytelling but also provides us with a glimpse into the comedic literature of its time. It reminds us that even centuries ago, people found amusement in crude pranks and unexpected surprises. Displayed at Musee de Tesse in Le Mans, France, this painting serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of comedy throughout history. Its timeless nature allows viewers to appreciate both its artistic merit and its ability to evoke laughter across generations.
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