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Cartoon - Cooking Made Easy
Cartoon - Cooking Made Easy (No.3), an ironic depiction.
19th century
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Accident Cook Cooking Depiction Easy Ironic Kitchen Meal Mess Made
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Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.7cm (10" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.5cm x 22.5cm (10.8" x 8.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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1. Title: "Cooking Made Easy (No.3) - A Victoriana Tale of Kitchen Calamity" In the heart of the 19th century, when the art of culinary creation was considered a refined and essential skill for every respectable household, this ironic cartoon titled "Cooking Made Easy (No.3)" serves as a humorous reminder of the unpredictable nature of the kitchen. The scene unfolds in a quintessential Victorian kitchen, where the cook, dressed in an apron and a cap, is attempting to prepare a meal. However, the chaos that ensues is far from the "easy" promise of the title. The cook, with a puzzled expression, gazes at the pot on the stove, which has boiled over, creating a mess of burnt food and water. A cat, ever the opportunist, laps up the spilled contents with great relish, much to the cook's dismay. A plume of smoke rises from the stove, obscuring the view of the kitchen, while a wooden spoon lies abandoned on the counter, a testament to the unexpected turn of events. People peek in from the doorway, their faces a mix of amusement and concern. One man holds a plate, ready to partake in the impromptu feast, while another shakes his head in disbelief. The scene is a comic depiction of the kitchen mishaps that were all too common during the Victorian era, poking fun at the notion that cooking could ever be "easy." This cartoon, with its intricate details and vivid colors, captures the essence of the 19th century and the ironic twists that life could take, even in the most mundane of tasks. It serves as a delightful reminder of the past, inviting us to appreciate the humor and resilience that comes with the territory of cooking and the unexpected challenges it presents.
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