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A Christmas Menu by A. K. Macdonald
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A Christmas Menu by A. K. Macdonald
A double page spread illustration featuring various illustrated vignettes showing nymph-like young ladies representing various festive food stuffs and cocktails.
1934
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A.K. Macdonald's enchanting and evocative illustration, "A Christmas Menu," transports us back in time to the 1930s, inviting us to indulge in the sensory delights of the holiday season. This double-page spread, published by the Illustrated London News Ltd in 1934, is a visual feast that tantalizes the senses with its intricate and imaginative vignettes. At the heart of the illustration, a beautifully set table, laden with an array of delectable Christmas dishes, forms the focal point. Each dish is represented by a nymph-like young lady, her ethereal form embodying the essence of the food she personifies. The turkey vignette showcases a graceful nymph, her feathers adorned with holly and ivy, as she proudly presents the roasted bird. Nearby, a plump and rosy-cheeked nymph, representing the cranberry sauce, pours the vibrant red sauce into a bowl, her flowing tresses cascading around her. The illustration continues to captivate with its depiction of festive cocktails. A nymph with the visage of a ripe pomegranate offers a glass filled with a ruby-red elixir, while another, in the form of a golden pinecone, pours a golden cocktail into a martini glass. The vignettes are a delightful blend of the natural world and the culinary, creating a whimsical and enchanting scene. Despite the playful and erotic undertones, the overall effect is one of joy and celebration. The nymphs, with their lithe and graceful forms, exude an air of innocence and delight, inviting us to partake in the festivities and indulge in the pleasures of the season. A.K. Macdonald's "A Christmas Menu" is a testament to the power of art to transport us to another time and place, and to remind us of the simple joys of the holiday season.
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