The basin of hot water not being brought quickly enough, the accoucheur desired the chief surgeon to use his lancet without waiting for it.

He did so; the blood streamed out freely, and the Queen opened her eyes.

The Princesse de Lamballe was carried through the crowd in a state of insensibility.

The valets de chambre and pages dragged out by the collar such inconsiderate persons as would not leave the room.

This cruel custom was abolished afterwards.