Le Patissier Royal Parisien, en Traité Élémentaire et Pratique de la Pâtisserie Ancienne et Moderne, de l'entremets de sucre, des entrées froides et des socles.; Vol.I & II
Paris: J.G. Dentu, 1815. First Edition. Hardcover. Vol. I: 482 pages. 21 x 13.5 cm. Engraved title page with explanation on the facing page signed by the author. 31 folding plates, numbered 2-23. Plate #2 torn but present.
Vol. II: 448 pages. 21 x 13.5 cm. 38 engraved plates,23 of which are folding, numbered 33-70.
Carême, who referred to himself in a princely manner, as the 'chef of kings and king of chefs' - made his mark early by creating classic architectural forms in sugar and pastry. This, his first book, is a manual and treatise divided into two volumes comprising of sweet and savory recipes along with over 60 illustrated line drawings depicting the most elaborate dishes. Foxing and some toning throughout. Boards rubbed, especially at corners, hinges cracked but holding. [CAGLE 126] [BITING 74] later edition. Leather covered boards, title and volume in gilt on spine. Very good. Item #2904
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