The extravagant dining rituals of the 18th-century European royalty
In short: This video demonstrates the art of napkin folding, a skill central to the grand dining traditions of the ancien régime. Explore the intricate tableware and silver service used by dukes and archduchesses during a bygone era of opulence.
The demonstration highlights the sophisticated etiquette and presentation required for high-society meals. This level of detail was a hallmark of the Sachsen-Teschen Silver Service, a massive collection of over three hundred items that includes wine coolers, tureens, and porcelain-mounted cutlery. Forged by imperial court goldsmith Ignaz Josef Würth, this collection captures Viennese Neoclassical elegance. It was originally commissioned for Duke Albert Casimir of Sachsen-Teschen and Archduchess Marie Christine of Austria, the daughter of Empress Maria Theresa.
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