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The Grand Buffet, St. Georges Hall... 1844. Creator: Unknown
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The Grand Buffet, St. Georges Hall... 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Grand Buffet, St. Georges Hall, at the Garter Banquet, given for His Majesty the King of the French, 1844. Royal plate at Windsor Castle used for banquets: the famous shield of Achilles; the Huma, or Peacock of Precious Stones; the Golden Tiger used by Tippoo Saib as his footstool...taken at the storming of Seringapatam, the Spanish Wine-fountain, taken from a ship of the Armada...costly specimens of English gold work, ranging from the massive sconces of Henry VIII. to the ponderous vases and salvers of Queen Anne...a matchless collection of the works of Benevenuto Cellini...jewelled cups, formerly used for sacramental purposes; vases of gold and crystal; and censers, formed of ivory and gold, the former most exquisitely carved in alto-relievo...specimens of George IV. s. plate...chimeras, grotesques, Homeric fancies, marine groups and the like.... From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V
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The Grand Buffet, St. Georges Hall. . . 1844
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captures a mesmerizing moment in history, showcasing the opulence and grandeur of a banquet held for His Majesty the King of the French. This print, taken from an engraving featured in the "Illustrated London News" transports us back to a time when lavish feasts were not just meals but extravagant displays of power and wealth. The image reveals an array of exquisite tableware and precious artifacts that adorned this extraordinary event. From the famous shield of Achilles to the Huma, or Peacock of Precious Stones, each piece tells its own story steeped in history. The Golden Tiger used by Tippoo Saib as his footstool during the storming of Seringapatam adds an element of adventure to this already remarkable scene. This visual masterpiece showcases British craftsmanship at its finest with examples ranging from Henry VIII's massive sconces to Queen Anne's ponderous vases and salvers. The works of Benevenuto Cellini are also proudly displayed alongside jeweled cups once used for sacramental purposes. As we delve into this snapshot from another era, we are transported into a world where chimeras, grotesques, Homeric fancies, marine groups, and more come alive through intricate metalwork. It is truly awe-inspiring how such intricate details were crafted by skilled artisans. "The Grand Buffet" serves as a testament to both artistic mastery and historical significance; it allows us to appreciate the beauty that can be found within objects created centuries ago while providing insight into past customs and traditions surrounding banquets fit for royalty.
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