Scatology/ satire

Set of metal buttons. France, c. 1760, diameter 28 mm. Depiction of king Louis XIV before undergoing an enema. The second button shows the enema being performed.

*Louis XIV had a reputation for needing more than 200 enemas per year. For this he was mocked, for example by means of these buttons. Unique and very rare set, in beautiful condition. (total 2)