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Quaremeprenant : (Lent faster), with enlarged ears, holding a thorny branch
Quaremeprenant : (Lent faster), with enlarged ears, holding a thorny branch. Date: First published: 1532-64
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1532 Ears Enlarged Faster Grotesque Lent Monster Pantagruel Rabelais Thorny
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Quaremeprenant: (Lent Faster), with Enlarged Ears, Holding a Thorny Branch" is an iconic image from the infamous and satirical works of François Rabelais, a French author known for his grotesque and bawdy humor. This print, first published between 1532 and 164, is taken from the illustrations of the "Pantagruel" books, a series of five novels that Rabelais wrote over the course of his lifetime. The central figure in this image is Quaremeprenant, a monstrous character who is depicted as having enlarged ears and a menacing expression. He is shown holding a thorny branch, which adds to his intimidating appearance. Quaremeprenant is a recurring character in Rabelais' works, often portrayed as a glutton and a drunkard, but also as a symbol of the grotesque and the absurd. Rabelais' writing and illustrations were controversial in their time, and this print is no exception. The exaggerated features of Quaremeprenant, as well as the other grotesque characters in Rabelais' works, were intended to challenge the norms of society and provoke laughter and shock. The use of the thorny branch may also be a reference to the idea of the "monster" as an outsider or a rebel, someone who defies the rules and expectations of society. Despite the controversy that surrounded Rabelais' works during his lifetime, they have since become an important part of Western literary history. This print is a testament to the enduring influence of Rabelais' satire and his unique vision of the world. It is a reminder of the power of the grotesque and the absurd to challenge our perceptions and provoke thought, even as it entertains and amuses. Overall, "Quaremeprenant: (Lent Faster), with Enlarged Ears, Holding a Thorny Branch" is a fascinating and intriguing image, full of mystery and symbolism. It invites us to explore the world of Rabelais and the rich and complex history of Western literature.
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