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35 - CARÊME (Marie-Antoine, known as Antonin). Le Maître-d'hôtel …
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CARÊME (Marie-Antoine, known as Antonin). Le Maître-d'hôtel français. Paris, Didot, 1822-1823. 2 volumes in-8, paperback. Rare first edition of this important book. The illustrations include an engraved title in volumes I and II, a frontispiece, 25 fold-out menus and 8 fold-out plates. The book is dedicated to the Robert brothers, who were the doyens of French haute cuisine. As its name suggests, it is a collection of old and new menus. The frontispiece depicts the ancient and modern cooks side by side. Carême's autograph signature on the first false title. Oberlé, n°187 - Cagle, 122 - Maggs, n°388 - Vicaire, 145.
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About the sale Gastronomy - A collection of menus
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Auction time 06/09/2026 at 2:00 PM
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