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The document deals with food metaphors in Baroque farce, highlighting the interconnection between the festive cycle of carnival-Lent. It emphasizes the importance of seasonal fluctuations in food availability in pre-industrial societies and the transition between periods of celebration and food deprivation. The text highlights the "fat" and "thin" characters in farces, emphasizing their symbolism and evolution over time. Finally, it addresses the transition from carnival to commercial entertainment and the gradual disappearance of popular festive practices in favor of professional theater. [Extracted from the article]