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A Sunday ordinary at Highgate, 1784
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A Sunday ordinary at Highgate, 1784
A Sunday ordinary at Highgate, 1784. A waiter serving a crowd of diners at a table, spilling gravy over one of them while his attention is distracted by a woman with her child on his other side; there is more enthusiasm than daintiness in the eaters and a dog and cat are standing over a bone on the floor
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Media ID 15177506
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Accident Bone Camden Cats Diner Dining Dinner Distracted Eating Feline Felines Highgate Incident Meal Mealtime Restaurant Service Industry Spilling Sunday Waiter Gravy
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A Sunday Ordinary at Highgate, 1784: A Glimpse into the Bustling Dining Scene of 18th Century London". This print takes us back to a lively Sunday afternoon in Highgate, London, in the year 1784. The scene unfolds within a bustling restaurant where a waiter is serving a crowd of enthusiastic diners gathered around a large table. However, amidst the chaos of this vibrant eatery, an accident occurs that adds an element of humor to the moment. As the waiter's attention is momentarily distracted by a woman and her child seated on his other side, he accidentally spills gravy over one unlucky diner. This unexpected mishap elicits laughter from those nearby and captures the imperfect charm of dining experiences even centuries ago. The image also showcases some intriguing details beyond just human interaction. A dog and cat can be seen standing over a bone on the floor, perhaps hoping for their own share of this feast. These animals add another layer to this snapshot of daily life in 18th century Britain. With its satirical undertones and caricature-like style, this engraving offers not only insight into dining customs but also serves as social commentary on industry and service during that era. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery today, it provides us with an invaluable glimpse into history while reminding us that accidents happen even in the most ordinary moments.
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