Premium Framed Print : Cooking for looting. The cook tears his hair out of despair when he sees himself flying from all sides, by a dog, a cat, a bird and a rat, c.1830 (engraving)

Add to Basket

Framed Photos From Fine Art Finder

Cooking for looting. The cook tears his hair out of despair when he sees himself flying from all sides, by a dog, a cat, a bird and a rat, c.1830 (engraving)

DUV4222331 Cooking for looting. The cook tears his hair out of despair when he sees himself flying from all sides, by a dog, a cat, a bird and a rat, c.1830 (engraving); 16x12 cm; (add.info.: Alphabet fun. J. Langlume, editor around 1830. Lithograph of Becquet Freres); Photo © Duvallon

Media ID 38481530

© © Duvallon / Bridgeman Images

Apron Aprons Bandit Chat Kitchen Knife Malefactor Alphabet Letter Metier

17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.7cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")

Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")

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.

FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Fine Art Finder > Artists > Rene George Hermann-Paul

> Arts > Artists > L > Langlume Langlume

EDITORS COMMENTS
This whimsical engraving from around 1830 captures the chaos of a cook's kitchen as he is bombarded by unexpected visitors - a dog, a cat, a bird, and even a rat! The poor cook can be seen tearing his hair out in despair as he tries to maintain order amidst the looting animals. This scene is part of an alphabet series titled "Alphabet fun" published by J. Langlume, showcasing the challenges faced by different professions. The detailed engraving by Becquet Freres brings to life the frustration and humor of this situation, with each animal adding to the pandemonium in their own unique way. From stealing food to causing mischief, these creatures are certainly making the cook's job much more difficult. Despite the chaos depicted in this image, there is a sense of lightheartedness and playfulness that makes it charming and entertaining. It serves as a reminder that sometimes even the most mundane tasks can turn into unexpected adventures. This print not only showcases artistic skill but also provides insight into daily life and labor practices during this time period. It is a delightful snapshot of history that continues to entertain viewers centuries later.

MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.