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Boys playing handstands (culbute) and fart-in-the-face
Boys playing handstands (culbute) and fart-in-the-face (pet-en-gueule), after an engraving by Claudine Bouzonnet Stella, 17th century. Lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse), Librairie Hachette, Paris, 1903
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Acrobatics Allemagne Bouzonnet Claudine Dadresse Exercise Handstand Jeux Pastime Rene Skill Stella Games
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This lithograph, titled 'Boys playing handstands (culbute) and fart-in-the-face (pet-en-gueule),' is an enchanting illustration from the 17th century, as depicted in the engraving by Claudine Bouzonnet Stella. The print, which is part of the 'Sports and Games of Skill' collection by Henry Rene Allemagne, published by Librairie Hachette in Paris in 1903, showcases a group of carefree boys engaging in an amusing and lighthearted pastime. The image captures the essence of childhood joy and innocence as the boys attempt to balance in handstands (culbute), their faces contorted in concentration and determination. The playful antics continue as one boy, hidden from view, prepares to execute a classic prank - the 'fart-in-the-face' (pet-en-gueule). The surprise and delight on the faces of the boys in the foreground as they laugh and react to the impending prank adds to the overall sense of fun and entertainment. Claudine Bouzonnet Stella's intricate engraving style brings the scene to life, with each line and detail expertly rendered to create a vivid and engaging image. The boys' clothing and the surroundings, including the trees and the landscape beyond, are depicted with a level of detail that transports the viewer back in time. This lithograph serves as a reminder of the importance of play, exercise, and the simple joys of childhood. The boys' acrobatics and pranks are a testament to the agility and creativity of youth, and their laughter and fun demonstrate the enduring appeal of playful antics and leisurely pursuits.
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