Origin of Modern Ceremonial.--Uncertainty of French Ceremonial up to the
End of the Sixteenth Century.--Consecration of the Kings of
France.--Coronation of the Emperors of Germany.--Consecration of the
Doges of Venice.--Marriage of the Doge with the Sea.--State Entries of
Sovereigns.--An Account of the Entry of Isabel of Bavaria into
Paris.--Seats of Justice.--Visits of Ceremony between Persons of
Rank.--Mourning.--Social Courtesies.--Popular Demonstrations and
National Commemorations--New Year's Day.--Local Festivals.--_Vins
d'Honneur_.--Processions of Trades.