A Kitchen (oil on canvas)
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A Kitchen (oil on canvas)
XAL189492 A Kitchen (oil on canvas) by Campi, Vincenzo (1536-91) (school of); Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan, Italy; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12703295
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Busy Butchering Carcass Chicken Food Preparation Meat Pastry Plates Poultry Preparing Rolling Servants
EDITORS COMMENTS
This oil on canvas painting, titled "A Kitchen" transports us back in time to a bustling Italian kitchen in the 16th century. Created by Vincenzo Campi or one of his students, this artwork is housed in the prestigious Pinacoteca di Brera in Milan, Italy. The scene depicted is filled with activity and showcases various aspects of food preparation. In the foreground, we see a cook skillfully butchering a carcass while another servant rolls pastry dough nearby. The aroma of freshly cooked meat fills the air as poultry hangs from hooks above them. Amidst all the commotion, a child curiously observes the process while a cat and dog eagerly await their share of scraps. The presence of these animals adds an element of liveliness to this otherwise busy kitchen environment. The composition is meticulously detailed, allowing us to appreciate every plate and utensil that adorns the space. From pie-filled platters to rolling pins and cooking pots, every object tells its own story within this vibrant culinary setting. Through this artwork's vivid depiction, we are transported into an era where kitchens were not only places for nourishment but also hubs for social interaction and domestic life. It serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, food brought people together and played an integral role in daily routines.
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