that simply takes the biscuit

Size -38 cms by 34 cms

Style of frame -  beautiful vintage French gilt wooden and gesso frame

Fabric - vintage French linen with custard cream on the exterior

Wording - The phrase "takes the biscuit" likely originated in the United States as a variant of the older Americanism "takes the cake," which referred to winning a prize in 19th-century contests like the cakewalk. The expression was adapted to "takes the biscuit" in the UK, and its meaning shifted from winning an honour to describing something surprising or annoying.