Press - Duck or lobster press

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Cast iron press for canard au sang or lobster, dating from 1850–1900, weighing 5.3 kg, with dimensions 28.5 × 18 × 16 cm, made in France, and including an enamelled blue bowl.

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It was in 1890 that Frédéric Delair, a maître d'hôtel from Rouen who became the owner of the Tour d'Argent in Paris, codified the recipe for blood duck. Cast iron press.
In perfect condition from the late 19th century, with no rust traces, blue enameled cast iron bowl. Also suitable for pressing seafood. Functional and very decorative at the same time.

It was in 1890 that Frédéric Delair, a maître d'hôtel from Rouen who became the owner of the Tour d'Argent in Paris, codified the recipe for blood duck. Cast iron press.
In perfect condition from the late 19th century, with no rust traces, blue enameled cast iron bowl. Also suitable for pressing seafood. Functional and very decorative at the same time.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
5.3 kg
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
France
Material
source
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
28.5 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Title additional information
Duck or lobster press
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