1874 Wood Engraving Helen Allingham Art Cookery School Kensington Victorian YTG9

"National Training School of Cookery at South Kensington"

This is an original 1874 black and white in-text wood engraving of a pair of illustrations by Helen Allingham (1848-1926) that depict English women studying the culinary arts at the National Training School of Cookery in South Kensington, London, England during the Victorian era.

CONDITION

This 139+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.5 x 14 inches; 27 x 36 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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This piece was illustrated by Allingham, Helen. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Kitchen, Scullery Maid, Chef

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