Belgium - Liège; Haas-Depas - Menukaart in goudprint en decoratie - 1881-1900

Antique menu from 1895 with French and international dishes, such as *Huitres Royales* (oysters), and wines, including Château Yquem 1874.

Antique menu from the Mouton and Picard couple from 1895, featuring French and international dishes.

On the front there is a fine 19th-century lithographic relief print in leaf gold, in which the letters E and G are interwoven in red.

The marriage took place on 10 August 1895 in Liège. The groom was François Marie Nicolas Louis Georges Picard (hence the 'G') and the bride was Marie Rosalie Paschaline Marguerite Eva Mouton (hence the 'E').

On the left side of the menu are classic French and international dishes, such as *Huitres Royales* (oysters) and *Langoustes d'Olonne à l'Italienne*. On the right side are the wines listed: a catalog of historic wines and vintages, including Château Yquem 1874 and Château de Johannisberg 1878.

This historic document offers a fascinating glimpse into the refined gastronomy of the late 19th century. The French menu and the accompanying wine list form a reflection of the absolute pinnacle of culinary luxury from that era.

Within Liège’s elite during the *Belle Époque* (1890–1914), this family belonged to the absolute top of the country. In 1895, Liège was one of Europe’s wealthiest industrial centers.

Bottom left on the menu bears the maker’s name: Haas-Depas, Liège. Haas-Depas was at the time a very renowned, high-end bookbinder, printer and lithographer in Liège. They were known in the late 19th century for their luxurious finishes, gold reliefs (*doré fillets*) and binding official documents for Belgian nobility. The fact that this menu was printed by them confirms that this exclusive dinner took place in or around Liège. Size of the menu: 18 x 9 cm / 7.09 x 3.54 inches.

The menu is carefully packed and sent by registered mail within one day, including track & trace, so that it arrives safely.