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Armiger, Ephebus, Americani, from Courses de Testes et de Bagues Faittes par Roy et pa
Armiger, Ephebus, Americani, from Courses de Testes et de Bagues Faittes par Roy et par les Princes et Signeurs de sa Cour, en l annee 1662 (Grand Carrousel), 1662-70. Young American men in armour - one rides a unicorn, and the other wears a headdress surmounted by a beaver. " Le Grand Carrousel" depicts the festivities organised by King Louis XIV in June 1662, consisting of jousting contests between nobles dressed as Romans, Americans, Persians or Turks
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This print captures a fascinating scene from the 17th century, titled "Armiger, Ephebus, Americani". The image is part of the series "Courses de Testes et de Bagues Faittes par Roy et par les Princes et Signeurs de sa Cour, en l annee 1662 (Grand Carrousel)", which depicts the grand festivities organized by King Louis XIV in June 1662. In this particular picture, we see two young American men dressed in elaborate armor. The first man rides atop a majestic unicorn, symbolizing power and purity. His regal presence exudes confidence as he holds his lance with determination. The second man wears a unique headdress adorned with feathers and topped by a beaver - an intriguing choice that adds an element of whimsy to his appearance. These young men are participating in jousting contests where nobles dress up as various characters from different cultures such as Romans, Americans, Persians or Turks. It is fascinating to witness their imaginative costumes and witness how they embraced these fictional personas during the event. Israel Silvestre's etching beautifully captures this moment in history when fantasy meets reality. Through this artwork displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, we are transported back to a time when pageantry and spectacle were highly valued forms of entertainment for both royalty and commoners alike.
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