Tag Archives: Jesus

Mercure Galant: Messenger of the Past – New Year 1678

Posted on December 21, 2018 by

It might seem odd, Esteemed Readers, however the 17th century French did not celebrate Christmas & New Year. Fabulous celebrations with Christmas trees, presents & Santa Claus appeared only in the 19th century, on the eve of the Progress Age. … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Beauty, Christmas, culture, France, God, History, Life, Louis XIV, religion, Society, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 24 Comments