Antique Framed Print : Menu for London epicures 1906
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Menu for London epicures 1906
Photograph of some expensive dishes from different countries not ever been eaten or seen before, on rich peoples menu in London. Including Australian sea-slug, sharks fin, kangaroos tails, steak of bear, avocado pear and porpoise. Date: 1906
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Media ID 14253616
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Australian Bear Delicacies Dishes Foods Foreign Kangaroos Meal Meals Menu Porpoise Rich Sharks Slug Snails Steak Tails Turtle Avocado Epicures
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.5cm x 37.1cm (9.6" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the world of London's most elite epicures in 1906, as showcased in this extraordinary menu print. The exotic and expensive dishes listed here represent a veritable global tour of gastronomic delights, many of which were unheard of or rarely seen in Europe at the time. The menu begins with a selection of French haute cuisine, including "Foie Gras Chaud" and "Soupe de Poissons," but soon takes a decidedly more adventurous turn. Among the offerings are the "Australian Sea-Slug," a rare and prized delicacy from the shores of Australia, and "Shark's Fin," a coveted ingredient believed to bestow vitality and strength. The menu continues with "Kangaroo Tails," a novelty item from the far-off land of Australia, and "Steak of Bear," a luxurious and gamey treat from the forests of Russia. The exoticism continues with "Avocado Pear," a fruit that was only recently introduced to Europe, and "Porpoise," a dish that would have been considered a true delicacy in the Edwardian era. Other dishes on the menu include "Turtle," a delicacy from the Caribbean, and "Snails," a classic French dish that was considered a must-have for any self-respecting epicure. This menu represents a fascinating glimpse into the world of London's most exclusive dining establishments, where the most exotic and expensive ingredients were served up to the city's wealthiest residents. Dated 1906, this menu print offers a captivating window into the past, transporting us back to a time when the culinary world was full of surprises and exotic flavors. A true feast for the eyes and the imagination, this menu is a must-have for any serious food historian or collector of vintage ephemera.
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