Alexis Soyer Collection

Soyer's Barrack Cooking Apparatus, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Soyer's Barrack Cooking Apparatus, 1858. Improved technology to improve soldiers diets during the Crimean War. The...kitchen was opened by the late much-lamented chef de cuisine, Alexis Soyer

The Royal Table, and Mayoralty Insignia, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Table, and Mayoralty Insignia, 1850. Banquet held in York to celebrate the forthcoming Great Exhibition. The centrepiece was...a magnificent ornamental design of M

M Soyer on his Mission to Scutari (engraving)
1602123 M Soyer on his Mission to Scutari (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Soyer on his Mission to Scutari)

Punch cartoon: resignation of Alexis Soyer as chef of the Reform Club, London (engraving)
6034633 Punch cartoon: resignation of Alexis Soyer as chef of the Reform Club, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

M Soyers Hospital Kitchen, at Scutari Barracks (engraving)
1602193 M Soyers Hospital Kitchen, at Scutari Barracks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Soyers Hospital Kitchen, at Scutari Barracks)

The Old Masters (chromolitho)
976495 The Old Masters (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Masters. Famous chefs)

Title Page for A Shilling Cookery for The People by Alexis Soyer
XJF468508 Title Page for A Shilling Cookery for The People by Alexis Soyer, published 1855 (printed paper) by English School

Soyers Barrack Cooking Apparatus (engraving)
1619247 Soyers Barrack Cooking Apparatus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soyers Barrack Cooking Apparatus)

M Soyer, at Home (engraving)
1594273 M Soyer, at Home (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Soyer, at Home. Illustration for The Pictorial Times, 22 August 1846)

Alexis Soyer (engraving)
2771647 Alexis Soyer (engraving) by Landells, Robert Thomas (1833-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexis Soyer)

Alexis Soyer, sketched at Balaclava (engraving)
584279 Alexis Soyer, sketched at Balaclava (engraving) by Landells, Ebenezer (1808-60); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexis Soyer, sketched at Balaclava; from The Illustrated Times)

Poster for Soyers Symposium, 1851 (printed paper)
XJF468507 Poster for Soyers Symposium, 1851 (printed paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soyers Symposium)

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Alexis Soyer: A Culinary Visionary and Humanitarian Step into the world of Alexis Soyer, a name synonymous with innovation, compassion, and gastronomy. With his indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to his craft, Soyer revolutionized the culinary landscape of 19th-century England. In "M Soyer on his Mission to Scutari, " an engraving captures the essence of this remarkable man as he embarks on a noble endeavor. Inspired by Florence Nightingale's call for assistance during the Crimean War, Soyer sets out to transform the dismal conditions at Scutari Barracks. The image depicts him amidst bustling activity in "Soyer's Hospital Kitchen, " where he orchestrates a culinary symphony that brings comfort and nourishment to wounded soldiers. Even in London's esteemed Reform Club, where he served as chef, Soyer left an indelible mark. In a Punch cartoon titled "Resignation of Alexis Soyer, " we witness his departure from this prestigious institution. His resignation was not merely an act of defiance but rather a testament to his unwavering principles and refusal to compromise on quality. Soyer's influence extended far beyond kitchen walls; it permeated art itself. In "The Old Masters, " a vibrant chromolitho artwork pays homage to his mastery as both artist and cookery writer. This title page serves as an invitation into one of his most celebrated works: "A Shilling Cookery for The People. " Through these pages, he democratizes cuisine by making it accessible even to those with modest means. But it is perhaps in military barracks that we truly see Soyer's genius shine through. In another engraving aptly named "Soyers Barrack Cooking Apparatus, " we witness him devising innovative cooking solutions for large-scale operations—an achievement that earned him immense respect among soldiers who relied on nutritious meals during challenging times. Beyond his professional endeavors, Soyer's personal life is also glimpsed.