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Hey! Today, we're diving headfirst into some seriously goofy old-school paintings. Medieval art isn’t all serious faces and stiff poses - turns out, people back then had a wild sense of humor too. Ready for some ancient memes disguised as fancy art? Let’s go!

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This Cat Has Seen Some Stuff

This Cat Has Seen Some Stuff

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    Trying to Give Medicine to Your Cat (Medieval Edition)

    Trying to Give Medicine to Your Cat (Medieval Edition)

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    #3

    Wait, What Even Is This?

    Wait, What Even Is This?

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    Turns out, medieval art isn’t the dark, moody thing you’d expect. Bright colors and lively vibes were actually a big deal, even back in the day.

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    A 4-Year-Old, A Cat, And A Fish Walk Into A Painting...

    A 4-Year-Old, A Cat, And A Fish Walk Into A Painting...

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    Meet The Absolute Unit Of Medieval Portraits

    Meet The Absolute Unit Of Medieval Portraits

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    Is This A Dog Or A Cat? The Great Medieval Mystery

    Is This A Dog Or A Cat? The Great Medieval Mystery

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    I stumbled across this beauty today and gotta say, those eyes and lips are unforgettable.

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    Imagine huge windows flooding a giant basilica with light, making everything look more cheerful than spooky. Yep, medieval architecture was more sunshine and marble than gloom and doom.

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    "But This Is My Emotional Support Lobster!" Said Gilbert, Defensively

    "But This Is My Emotional Support Lobster!" Said Gilbert, Defensively

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    "You Must Have Scared Him, Cupcake Is Usually So Friendly" - St Martha And The Tarasque

    "You Must Have Scared Him, Cupcake Is Usually So Friendly" - St Martha And The Tarasque

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    #9

    Who Is Saint-Lifard And Why Does He Look Like This?

    Who Is Saint-Lifard And Why Does He Look Like This?

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    Those stone sculptures weren’t just dusty and gray - they were painted with bold blues and reds. Medieval artists were basically yelling, "Look how vibrant we are!"

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    Scheibler Armorial: Fancy Coats Of Arms Doing Their Thing

    Scheibler Armorial: Fancy Coats Of Arms Doing Their Thing

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    #11

    This Cat Is Giving Me Major Mood Vibes

    This Cat Is Giving Me Major Mood Vibes

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    #12

    Dog Playing Doctor For A Melancholy Cat (12th Century Style)

    Dog Playing Doctor For A Melancholy Cat (12th Century Style)

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    Comedian alert: Some folks like Olivia Swarthout have made entire accounts showing off the weirdest medieval art moments. These pieces are like the original comic strips, full of odd expressions and hilarious situations.

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    Le Chat D'Ostende: The Cat With Attitude

    Le Chat D'Ostende: The Cat With Attitude

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    #14

    Some Seriously Interesting Medieval Weirdness

    Some Seriously Interesting Medieval Weirdness

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    "Welcome To My Delightful Spread" - Medieval Style

    "Welcome To My Delightful Spread" - Medieval Style

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    The charm comes from the imperfections and quirks - like medieval artists just winging it, giving us a peek into the real-life fun and oddness of their time.

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    Flower Piece Featuring A Cat And A Mousetrap

    Flower Piece Featuring A Cat And A Mousetrap

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    #17

    St. Catherine Arguing With Philosophers Like A Boss

    St. Catherine Arguing With Philosophers Like A Boss

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    #18

    An Epic Leopard From A 12th Century Book

    An Epic Leopard From A 12th Century Book

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    #19

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

    50 Hilariously Weird Old Paintings That Are Basically Ancient Memes

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    #30

    Elephants From The Rochester Bestiary: Totally Majestic

    Elephants From The Rochester Bestiary: Totally Majestic

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    #31

    Salome Dancing Like No One’s Watching

    Salome Dancing Like No One’s Watching

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    #32

    A Hound Riding A Rabbit And A Rabbit Riding A Snail Battle It Out

    A Hound Riding A Rabbit And A Rabbit Riding A Snail Battle It Out

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    #33

    Quentin Matsys - A Perfectly Grotesque Old Lady

    Quentin Matsys - A Perfectly Grotesque Old Lady

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    #34

    Elden Ring Was Totally Inspired By This!

    Elden Ring Was Totally Inspired By This!

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    #35

    "This Isn’t The Reincarnation I Asked For"

    "This Isn’t The Reincarnation I Asked For"

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    #36

    More Early Book Of Hours Fun

    More Early Book Of Hours Fun

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    Benedictine Monk Starting His Day With Wine (Not Coffee)

    Benedictine Monk Starting His Day With Wine (Not Coffee)

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    #38

    Captivity Of Jeholachin, King Of Israel, Looking Pensive

    Captivity Of Jeholachin, King Of Israel, Looking Pensive

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    #39

    The Devil Carrying Jesus (Wait, What?)

    The Devil Carrying Jesus (Wait, What?)

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    The Dream Of The Three Wise Men, Looking Chill

    The Dream Of The Three Wise Men, Looking Chill

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    #41

    Fresco Action: St. Martin Of Tours Doing His Thing

    Fresco Action: St. Martin Of Tours Doing His Thing

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    #42

    Leo Flores Being Mysteriously Awesome

    Leo Flores Being Mysteriously Awesome

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    #43

    Cat Showing Off Its New Coat Like A Boss

    Cat Showing Off Its New Coat Like A Boss

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    #44

    Carnival vs. Lent: Medieval Smackdown

    Carnival vs. Lent: Medieval Smackdown

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    #45

    John The Fearless Looking, Well, Fearless

    John The Fearless Looking, Well, Fearless

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    #46

    Augustine Of Hippo In His Moment

    Augustine Of Hippo In His Moment

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    #47

    Egmont Breviary: The Art Of The Page

    Egmont Breviary: The Art Of The Page

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    #48

    The Feast Of The Bean King: Party Time!

    The Feast Of The Bean King: Party Time!

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    #49

    Snail Attack! The Slowest Battle Ever

    Snail Attack! The Slowest Battle Ever

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    Wait, What? The Classic Confused Medieval Face

    Wait, What? The Classic Confused Medieval Face

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