Spit Roasting Collection

Lazarus and the Rich Man, 1544-1700. Creator: Jacopo Bassano (copy after)
Lazarus and the Rich Man, 1544-1700

Plate E: Election and Coronation of Emperor Maximilian II, 1612. 1612. Creator: Anon
Plate E: Election and Coronation of Emperor Maximilian II, 1612

A Group of Cannibalistic Gypsies in Czechoslovakia, from Le Petit Journal
CHT218790 A Group of Cannibalistic Gypsies in Czechoslovakia, from Le Petit Journal, 1927 (colour litho) by French School

Interior of an Italian kitchen, after woodcut in Banchetti compositioni di
STC214451 Interior of an Italian kitchen, after woodcut in Banchetti compositioni di Vivende by Christoforo di Messisburgo, published 1549 (litho) (b/w photo) by Italian School

Norman servants prepare a banquet for William and Bishop Odo blesses the meal
XIR187008 Norman servants prepare a banquet for William and Bishop Odo blesses the meal, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

The Pleasures of Anticipation (engraving)
1107034 The Pleasures of Anticipation (engraving) by Emslie, Alfred Edward (1848-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pleasures of Anticipation)

The preparation of pies, page from a 15th century cookery book (woodcut)
STC310928 The preparation of pies, page from a 15th century cookery book (woodcut) by English School, (15th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Fur Trappers in Canada, 1880 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT163738 Fur Trappers in Canada, 1880 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Fat Kitchen, 1563. Creator: Pieter van der Heyden
The Fat Kitchen, 1563

The Imperial Troops Bringing Civilization to the Indians, from The Victories of Emperor Charles, plate 6, 1555

A Kitchen Scene, . n. d. Creator: Unknown
A Kitchen Scene, .n.d

Roasting the ox, at Buckingham, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Roasting the ox, at Buckingham, 1844. Celebrations at Stowe in Buckinghamshire for the 21st birthday of Richard Plantagenet Campbell Temple-Nugent-Brydges-Chandos-Grenville:festivities

Procession of the ox, at Buckingham, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Procession of the ox, at Buckingham, 1844. Celebrations at Stowe in Buckinghamshire for the 21st birthday of Richard Plantagenet Campbell Temple-Nugent-Brydges-Chandos-Grenville:festivities

The Fat Kitchen, from the series Monkeys. Creator: Peeter van der Borcht
The Fat Kitchen, from the series Monkeys

Kitchen Interiors, an illustration from A Book of Roxburghe Ballads (woodcut)
XJF397688 Kitchen Interiors, an illustration from A Book of Roxburghe Ballads (woodcut) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Boucan, from Santo Domingo Past and Present by Samuel Hazard, pub. 1873
BAL126978 A Boucan, from Santo Domingo Past and Present by Samuel Hazard, pub. 1873 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Exploring the Culinary Traditions: A Journey Through Time and Cultures" Step into a world where culinary customs transcend time and borders. From the grandeur of Emperor Maximilian II's election and coronation feast in 1612 to the intriguing sight of cannibalistic gypsies captured by Le Petit Journal, these captivating images offer glimpses into diverse gastronomic practices. In an Italian kitchen depicted after a woodcut in Banchetti compositioni di, witness the bustling activity as skilled cooks orchestrate a symphony of flavors. Norman servants diligently prepare a lavish banquet fit for William while Bishop Odo blesses each dish, infusing it with divine grace. Indulge in "The Pleasures of Anticipation, " as portrayed in an enchanting engraving that captures the excitement preceding a sumptuous meal. Meanwhile, pies take center stage in a 15th-century cookery book's page adorned with intricate woodcut illustrations—each pie meticulously crafted to delight both eye and palate. Travel across continents to Canada, where fur trappers gather around their campfire—a moment frozen forever through an evocative black-and-white photograph from 1880. The scene transports us back to simpler times when sustenance was procured directly from nature's bounty. Pieter van der Heyden's masterpiece "The Fat Kitchen" invites you into its opulent realm—an extravagant display of indulgence where excess knows no bounds. Contrastingly, witness imperial troops bringing civilization to indigenous communities—an image that sparks contemplation about cultural assimilation amidst colonialism. A glimpse into everyday life unfolds within "A Kitchen Scene, " painted by an unknown artist—a humble setting filled with warmth and camaraderie as people come together over shared meals prepared with love and care. Finally, immerse yourself in Buckingham's vibrant festivities during which oxen are roasted whole—the tantalizing aroma wafting through streets lined with eager onlookers.