C19th French pair of bronze figures engraved 'Fete des Fous' by Baige

Heights: 34cm & 37.5cm

This is really good to know and better still to celebrate.

In Europe in the Middle Ages, on January 1st, a feast day of social disorder was enjoyed. Clergical orders were reversed. A mock Pope was appointed. Then followed a carnival of dancing in costumes and mocking ecclesiastical rituals.

Much more fun than it being a day to stop drinking for a month.