Based on the evidence in the images provided, life for the aristocracy and life for peasants in Europe during the Middle Ages differed quite dramatically. The first image depicting an aristocratic lifestyle is filled with people enjoying themselves as they gather around a table of food. Based on the evidence in the image, the aristocracy ate very well during the Middle Ages because a large banqueting table covered with many different dishes occupies the most prominent position in the painting (the foreground). The diners seated around the table are enjoying themselves, talking to one another and socialising. From this Continue reading...