 The 20 small oil paintings that comprised the series detailed the day-to-day activities 92-year-old Chef Leah Chase encounters from early morning prep work to greeting guests in the dining room.Blache was heralded for his depiction of the culinary icon for his accuracy and delicate handling of paint, color, and texture.“Asked whether she thought the rendering was accurate, Chase, 89, said the young artist had gotten it right.