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...As with all of his pictures, the finish is flawless — belying this notoriously smudgy and crumbly medium — and fantastically detailed....
...Above the fire and to the right is a weighted 1780s spit-jack which Day connects to the cradle with a length of chain....
...Since then, though, we’ve gained a much greater understanding of the science involved, and I’d be making full use of that knowledge to produce a beautifully delicate and crumbly pastry....
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