Circle of Jacob van Es (1596-1666)

The Art of the Table: A Critique on Modern Tablescapes

and a Nod to Timeless Elegance

By Paul Ishwood

Charlie implored me to pen an article on the subject of table settings, a task I find particularly distasteful, almost to the point of being gauche. I am perpetually astonished that such a topic has eluded Nicky Haslam's notorious list, not once but presumably multiple times. Nevertheless, one must keep the proverbial wolf at bay and thus undertake what is necessary. However, it's undeniable that the art of table setting has descended into sheer lunacy.

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