or otherwise normally close to the presence of their lord, and included others who wore his livery (a kind of uniform, in distinctive colours) and claimed his protection, such as musicians and tutors.

Some were a source of trouble and abuse in the 15th and early 16th century.

Often their real importance was very different from their rank: on the one hand, sinecures and supernumerary appointments allowed enjoying benefits

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