Note that John's paunch has not been the equivalent of photoshopped... it is there for all to see. Those who could afford to eat well, typically did so, with paunches and flab proof that they were wealthy.
The child, in a dress, might be a boy or girl. It was the custom during this time period for boys to wear dresses until they were four or so, when they would be moved into knee pants.
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