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Medieval children playing a war game called I m on your land (je suis sur ta terre, vilain), others playing croquet, and others trying to hit each other while tied back to back. Lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse), Librairie Hachette, Paris, 1903
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Allemagne Croquet Dadresse Jeux Pastime Rene Skill Suis Terre Games
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Medieval Children Engaging in Various Games: A Captivating Scene from Henry Rene Allemagne's 'Sports and Games of Skill' (Sports et Jeux d'Adresse) This enchanting lithograph, created by Henry Rene Allemagne and published by Librairie Hachette in Paris in 1903, offers a delightful glimpse into the pastime and entertainment of medieval children. The image captures a lively scene of boys and girls engaged in different games, each one filled with excitement and joy. At the center of the composition, a group of children can be seen playing a war game called 'I m on your land (je suis sur ta terre, vilain)'. With determined expressions on their faces, they stand facing each other, one foot on the other's territory, while their hands are held behind their backs. The rules of this game required the children to try and steal each other's territories without using their hands, adding an element of strategy and cunning to the game. To the left of the central group, a few children are seen playing croquet, their mallets poised to strike the balls towards the hoops. The elegant and refined nature of this game stands in stark contrast to the rough and tumble war game being played nearby. Intriguingly, another pair of children can be seen tied back to back, attempting to hit a target with a stick. This game, which required coordination and communication between the two players, would have provided hours of entertainment and fun for the medieval children. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this lithograph bring the medieval world to life, offering a fascinating glimpse into the games and pastimes of children from centuries ago. The image serves as a reminder of the universal appeal of games and the joy they bring to people of all ages.
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