Chefs Hat Collection

Chef; Le Cuisinier, (oil on canvas)
653335 Chef; Le Cuisinier, (oil on canvas) by Lebasque, Henri (1865-1937); 64.7x54.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Chef; Le Cuisinier. Henri Lebasque (1865-1937). Oil on canvas

"Wessle, sugar baker". Vaxholm, 1874. Creator: Fritz von Dardel. "Wessle, sugar baker"
"Wessle, sugar baker". Vaxholm, 1874

Promise of a cracking good time as Southgate tenants association chairman Mrs Marjorie Drake and secretary Miss Ivy Bailey (right), meet Huddersfield polytechnic catering students

Ken Dodd and Margaret Thatcher. 10th June 1978

The Chinese Chef (Portrait of Hing), 1932 (oil on panel)
1199513 The Chinese Chef (Portrait of Hing), 1932 (oil on panel) by Steegman, Philip (1903-52); 37x29 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images

The Arts Club Chef, 1935 (oil on canvas)
DOV123400 The Arts Club Chef, 1935 (oil on canvas) by Hodge, Francis Edwin (1883-1949); The Arts Club, London, UK; English, out of copyright

The Cook, from La Femme a Paris by Octave Uzanne, engraved by F. Masse, 1894 (coloured engraving)
EDI188948 The Cook, from La Femme a Paris by Octave Uzanne, engraved by F. Masse, 1894 (coloured engraving) by Vidal, Pierre (b.1849) (after); Private Collection

The Three Cooks; Les Trois Cuisiniers, (oil on canvas)
827090 The Three Cooks; Les Trois Cuisiniers, (oil on canvas) by Ribot, Auguste Theodule (1823-91); 45.7x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Three Cooks; Les Trois Cuisiniers)

Portrait of Chef Maurice Hervieux at the microphone at the Hotel Commodore
MNY380616 Portrait of Chef Maurice Hervieux at the microphone at the Hotel Commodore, 1930 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 25.4x20.3 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Little Chef, (oil on canvas)
989309 Little Chef, (oil on canvas) by Bail, Joseph (1862-1921); 28.6x37.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Little Chef; Petit Cuisinier. Joseph Bail (1862-1921). Oil on canvas

Kitchen staff at the Hotel Manhattan, 1902 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380681 Kitchen staff at the Hotel Manhattan, 1902 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; (add.info.: Hotel Manhattan)

Girl eating Mapi Flake (chromolitho)
733107 Girl eating Mapi Flake (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl eating Mapi Flake.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection; American

A Victorian rocking New Year card of a boy dressed as a chef riding a duck, c
3604587 A Victorian rocking New Year card of a boy dressed as a chef riding a duck, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

The Chefs Dreams, 1900 (colour litho)
473352 The Chefs Dreams, 1900 (colour litho) by European School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tired chef dreams of angels bringing him bottles of Liebig meat extract to help his work; der Traum)

The Cook and the Cat, (oil on canvas)
989532 The Cook and the Cat, (oil on canvas) by Ribot, Auguste Theodule (1823-91); 35x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cook and the Cat. Theodule Ribot (1823-1891). Oil on canvas

Two boys dressed as chefs (colour photo)
3091269 Two boys dressed as chefs (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two boys dressed as chefs)

Salt and pepper... serious question (chromolitho)
2817087 Salt and pepper...serious question (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salt and pepper...serious question)

Promotional card for the Parisian Department Store Au Bon Marche
488396 Promotional card for the Parisian Department Store Au Bon MarchA©, depicting cooks dancing on the Bridge at Avignon, c.1895 (colour lithograph) by French School

Chef holding turkey platter, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731064 Chef holding turkey platter, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chef holding turkey platter)

Little boy cooking a fish (colour photo)
3091285 Little boy cooking a fish (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little boy cooking a fish)

Prudence Leith (also known as Prue Leith) pictured LEFT in the white shirt under her white apron, together with Caroline Waldergrave pictured RIGHT with her black shirt under her white apron

The once-doomed Royal Court Theatre came to life again today as people clamoured to buy tickets for the opening show. Ken Dodd was on hand to sell a ticket to Sir Harry Livermore

The Grill restaurant owners (Right) Manchester housewife Mrs. Barbara Daniels, and (Left) Mr. Greg Taylor, help Alma Cogan T.V

Electrically Equipped Train Kitchen, London and North Eastern Railway, 1930. Creator: Unknown
Electrically Equipped Train Kitchen, London and North Eastern Railway, 1930. From " The Wonder Book of Railways", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co

Le Chef de l Hotel Chatham, Paris, c1921. Artist: William Newenham Montague Orpen
Le Chef de l Hotel Chatham, Paris, c1921. Painting held at the Royal Academy of Arts, London. From The Outline of Art, edited by Sir William Orpen, K.B.E. R.A. R.I

Some of the cooks preparing the soup at the Messagerie Van Gand, c1914. Cooks at the messagerie in Ghent prepare food for displaced Belgians during World War I, circa 1918

Alexandre Grimod de la Reyniere (1758-1838) (engraving)
XIR175975 Alexandre Grimod de la Reyniere (1758-1838) (engraving) by Dunan, Etienne (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: French gourmet, writer)

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"Unveiling the Culinary Masterpieces: A Glimpse into the World of Chefs' Hats" Step into a realm where culinary artistry and creativity intertwine, as we explore the captivating world of chefs' hats. From Le Cuisinier's mesmerizing oil on canvas portrayal to The Chinese Chef's enigmatic portrait, these iconic headpieces have become synonymous with gastronomic excellence. Immerse yourself in history as you witness The Arts Club Chef donning his hat in a stunning oil on canvas masterpiece from 1935. Feel the nostalgia emanating from The Cook, an enchanting coloured engraving dating back to 1894, capturing the essence of Parisian cuisine during that era. In Les Trois Cuisiniers, an exquisite oil on canvas painting, three chefs unite their talents under one roof to create culinary magic. Their hats symbolize not only their expertise but also their dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join us at Hotel Commodore where Chef Maurice Hervieux takes center stage at the microphone. His chef's hat serves as a testament to his authority and skill in orchestrating delectable symphonies for discerning palates. Discover how even Little Chef can make a big impact through an evocative oil on canvas artwork that showcases both innocence and ambition within this timeless profession. Meanwhile, a silver gelatin print transports us back to 1902 when kitchen staff at Hotel Manhattan proudly wore their hats while perfecting mouthwatering delicacies. Indulge your senses further with Girl eating Mapi Flake – a chromolitho piece that captures blissful moments shared over delightful treats prepared by talented hands adorned with chefs' hats. As we bid adieu to one year and welcome another, let us celebrate tradition through A Victorian rocking New Year card featuring a boy dressed as a chef riding atop an unconventional steed – reminding us all of the joyous festivities intertwined with the culinary world.