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September 19, 2003
vulgarity
has a long history...in fact, this plate probably made by Italian Renaissance ceramicist Francesco Urbini in the 16th century makes it very clear. The head is framed by a garland carrying the inscription: Ogni homo me guarda come fosse una testa de cazi (Every man looks at me as if I were a dickhead)...
Posted by crystallyn at September 19, 2003 11:05 PM
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Don't get me started on medieval and Renaissance vulgarity -- it's everywhere and it is funny! People think that these ancient times were full of piety and innocence. Bwahahaha! If only! ;-)
Posted by: Ancarett at September 20, 2003 07:54 AM
Honestly... if you're into heraldry at all the ribald humour read in many blazons would crack up even the sternest.
I am recalling with giggles one BlackAdder Part the Second skit in which his incredibly pious relatives come to visit and all he has to offer in the way of a meal is an interestingly shaped turnip...
Posted by: Shanna at September 21, 2003 07:51 AM
haha!
Posted by: Some Guy at September 22, 2003 06:35 PM