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The Duke of Newcastle and his Cook, c. 1745 (etching)
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The Duke of Newcastle and his Cook, c. 1745 (etching)
XJF863036 The Duke of Newcastle and his Cook, c.1745 (etching) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Pelham-Holles, Duke of Newcastle (1693a'1768) begs his French chef, Pierre Clouet, who specialized in a form of nouvelle cuisine, not to leave. Clouet left the duke to work for his friend William Keppel, Earl of Albemarle.
); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12939792
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Dresser Kitchen Menu Pans Pots Pulley Satirical Print Spit Utensils
The Duke of Newcastle and his Cook - A Satirical Depiction of Culinary Drama
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This etching, created by an anonymous English artist in the 18th century, captures a moment of culinary chaos and satire. The print portrays Thomas Pelham-Holles, the Duke of Newcastle (1693-1768), desperately pleading with his renowned French chef, Pierre Clouet. It is said that Clouet specialized in a revolutionary form of nouvelle cuisine. In this comical scene, we witness the duke's plea to prevent Clouet from leaving his service. However, fate had other plans as Clouet ultimately succumbed to temptation and left to work for William Keppel, Earl of Albemarle – a dear friend to both men. The artwork showcases a bustling Georgian kitchen filled with an array of pots, pans, utensils hanging from pulleys above the fire-lit hearth. Amidst this lively atmosphere stands a distressed duke alongside his cook who appears resolute in his decision. Through clever caricature and exaggerated expressions on their faces, this satirical print offers us a glimpse into the world behind closed doors – where power dynamics clash over matters as seemingly trivial as one's choice in chefs. As we explore this intriguing piece further, our imagination runs wild with thoughts about what delectable dishes might have been prepared under Clouet's expertise or how these two influential figures navigated their friendship amidst such professional rivalry. This etching serves as both entertainment
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