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Select vestry comforts, 1828. Artist: Thomas Jones
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Select vestry comforts, 1828. Artist: Thomas Jones
Select vestry comforts, 1828. Eight of the select vestry of St Paul s, Covent Garden dining in the vestry room. At the head of the table is the vicar of St Martin-in-the-Fields, Dr George Richards, and gnawing a bone is Alderman Henry Winchester
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Alderman Amusement Covent Garden Dining Dining Room Dinner Dinner Table Drinking Eating Enjoyment Glutton Gluttony Henry Indulgence Jones Meal Mealtime Richards Service Industry St Martin In The Fields Thomas Jones Vicar Waiter Winchester St Pauls
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Select Vestry Comforts, 1828 - A Satirical Glimpse into the Indulgent Dining Habits of 19th Century Britain
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by artist Thomas Jones, we are transported back to the year 1828, where eight members of the select vestry of St Paul's in Covent Garden gather for a sumptuous meal in their opulent vestry room. The focal point is Dr George Richards, the esteemed vicar of St Martin-in-the-Fields, seated at the head of an exquisitely adorned table. However, it is Alderman Henry Winchester who steals our attention as he comically gnaws on a bone with unabashed gluttony. This satirical caricature offers a glimpse into the indulgence and amusement enjoyed by affluent men during this era. With intricate engravings capturing every detail - from lavish furniture to fine dining ware - Jones skillfully depicts a scene filled with mirth and excess. The image not only reflects societal norms but also highlights themes such as religion and industry within British culture. It invites us to ponder concepts like Christianity and its relationship with indulgence while showcasing how service industries thrived in providing comfort to those who could afford it. Preserved within London's Guildhall Library and Art Gallery collection, this engraving transports us back in time to witness an intriguing moment in history. As we observe these men engrossed in their mealtime revelry, we are reminded that even amidst religious duties and country affairs, moments of enjoyment were cherished by individuals across all walks of life.
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