Nikolai Alexandrovich Benois (Russian, 1901-1988) A St. Petersburg menu, 1923 32.8 x 20.7cm (12 15/16 x 8 1/8in).

Nikolai Alexandrovich Benois (Russian, 1901-1988)

A St. Petersburg menu, 1923

the menu with humorous musical theme citing such dishes as 'Potage Conservatoire', 'Petits pains fromages à la Glinka', 'Jambon Philarmonique', 'Café Tchaikovsky' and 'Dessert à la Scriabine'

signed in Latin 'Nic. Benois' (centre right), dated 'June 18, 1923' flanking 'Menu' title and inscribed 'Un été à Saint Petersbourg. 1923.'; signed by all those attending the feast, including Alexandre Benois (1870-1960), Nikolai Benois (1901-1988), Albert Benois (1852-1936), Anna Benois (1895-1984) et al. (verso)

pen, ink and watercolour on paper


32.8 x 20.7cm (12 15/16 x 8 1/8in).

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