Cloths Collection (page 2)

Pattern In Tapestry At Wat Chedi Luang Temple; Chiang Mai, Thailand

The Hot Stream at the Shibaseki Hot Spring, Beppu, Japan
The Hot Stream at the Shibaseki Hot Spring (Onsen), Beppu, Oita, Japan. The volume of water discharged at Beppu is second only to that of the Yellowstone National Park

Joe Kings Rathskeller, New York City, USA
Joe Kings Rathskeller, 17th Street and 3rd Avenue, New York City, USA -- a retro-style restaurant serving old-fashioned German-American-Irish food. Date: circa 1950s

Inside the Cafe Marguerite, Oxford Street, London, proprietors Vanoni and Tinelli. Date: circa 1905

Chins Restaurant, Broadway, New York City, USA
Chins Restaurant, Broadway, corner of 44th Street, New York City, USA, with band instruments on the left and a dance floor on the right. Date: circa 1920

Zulu Warriors
Two Zulu warriors on a beach, play- fighting with swords and shields in their loin cloths. Date: early 1930s

Antique blue and white cup and saucer of Indian tea with milk, on blue tablecloth credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Wild Men (Veddahs) - Sri Lanka
Wild Men (Veddahs or Veddas) - Sri Lanka. The pure Veddhas, are related to the Austro-Asiatic peoples found scattered today in many parts of southern Asia

South African woman carrying goods on her head
A south african woman, carrying her baby on her back with a wide variety of other goods balanced somewhat precariously (or so it seems to the uninitiated) on her head, including pans, rugs, mats

Saturday market, Otavalo, Ecuador Otavalo / Ecuador / Tapestries for sale in Otavalo, Ecuadors most famous Saturday market

Flatiron building, Broadway / 5th Avenue, New York
Flatiron building in its year of completion. Originaly named The Fuller building upon it completion in 1902. Now widely known as the Flatiron building due to its resemblance to a cast iron cloths

Lum Fongs Chinese Restaurant, New York City, USA -- there were two restaurants, one uptown (West 52nd Street) and one downtown (Canal Street). Date: circa 1940

China Inn, Broadway, New York City, USA
Interior, China Inn, Chinese American Restaurant, Broadway and 60th Street, New York City, USA. Date: circa 1910

Village Barn Restaurant, New York City, USA
Dining room and dance floor of the Village Barn Restaurant, West 8th Street, New York City, USA. All the tables are empty -- the band sits expectantly. Date: 1940s

Tokio Restaurant, West 45th Street, New York City, USA
Interior of Tokio Restaurant, West 45th Street, New York City, USA. Date: circa 1910

Youth hostel The Warbler, Kortenhoef, Netherlands
Young people in a youth hostel, De Karekiet (The Warbler ), Kortenhoef, Netherlands

Yoghurt Salesman
A youthful Romanian Yoghurt Seller, with a defiant look in his eye, carrying two pans of his dairy wares (carried on a yolk over his shoulder). Date: 1910s

Lunchtime at Nursery
Children sitting at tables for school dinners at a London nursery. Date: early 1930s

Raising of Lazarus, Jacques de Bie, Adriaen Collaert, 1598 - 1618

Scipio, a spotted hunter, the property of Colonel Roche Scipio, Colonel Roche s
Scipio, a spotted hunter, the property of Colonel Roche Scipio, Colonel Roches Spotted Hunter Scipio, property of Colonel Roche ()

Borlase Cokayne as a Boy riding Sultana Inscribed, lower left: The H[???] Mr
Borlase Cokayne as a Boy riding Sultana Inscribed, lower left: " The H[???] Mr Borlace Ccknine, [???] Sultana got by Bla[?]e, [??

Sliced courgette

Belgian Bathing Equipment Shop, selling sponges, chamois leather cloths soaps, shampoo and sundry other bathing products for successful cleaning and grooming

Gooseberry cake with drizzled water icing. credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Homemade flapjack cookie bars arranged on brown plate credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Stack of chocolate chip cookies from supermarket credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Stack of chocolate ginger biscuits on orange napkin credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Bedtime snack of a glass of cold fresh milk with bourbon chocolate biscuits credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Wiping tomato ketchup off a tiled floor, close up, high angle view

Advert for Harrods gifts for the H. M forces 1939
Gifts fo H.M forces. Sevice cardigan and pullovers, khaki shirts, upper boots, tan cape leather gloves, suede leather cardigan, socks, balaclava helmet scarf, proofed poplin under jacket. Date: 1939

LCC-LFB - Safety in the home, fire prevention campaign
A photograph from the Brigades fire prevention campaign. The hazards of drying cloths and teatowels over a lit gas cooker are highlighted, showing how this could lead to fires

Christmas at Caistor Union Workhouse, Lincolnshire
Christmas decorations in the dining hall of the Union workhouse at Caistor, Lincolnshire. A banner on the wall reads Peace On Earth Good Will To Men

Tombs of Sultans Ahmed I & Murad IV
The Tombs of Sultans Ahmed I and Murad IV

Sri Lanka - Veddahs cooking
The Wanniyala-Aetto, or forest people, more commonly known as Veddas or Veddahs are an indigenous people of Sri Lanka - seen here preparing a meal

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"From Ye Olde Dutch Tavern to the Kente Weavers Village: A Global Tapestry of Cloths" Step into John Street, New York City, USA and be transported to a bygone era at Ye Olde Dutch Tavern. The walls adorned with richly patterned cloths tell stories of centuries past. Embark on a journey across continents to Africa's Volta Region in Ghana. In the vibrant Kente weavers village, colorful Kente they can proudly displayed for sale, showcasing the region's rich cultural heritage. Closer to home, traditional English Christmas puddings await their moment of glory. With cloths neatly tied around them ready for steaming, these festive treats promise warmth and indulgence during the holiday season. Back in Ghana's Volta Region lies another gem - the bustling Kente weavers village. Here, skilled artisans meticulously create intricate patterns using vibrant threads that bring life to red fabric like no other. Traveling through time brings us face-to-face with an R. S. Hudson Omo Advertisement from yesteryears. This vintage ad reminds us how even everyday objects like clothes have evolved over time. On grand voyages aboard Cunard and Union Castle ships, damask tablecloths set an elegant stage for fine dining experiences fit for royalty. These luxurious linens add a touch of sophistication to any occasion. Delve deeper into history as we witness women laboriously spinning yarn in cramped conditions back in 1883. Their dedication and craftsmanship lay the foundation for today's thriving textile industry. In bustling Broadway, New York City stands Chin Lee Restaurant where waitstaff clad in crisp white uniforms glide gracefully between tables covered with pristine tablecloths – a testament to elegance and attention to detail. For those seeking respite amidst nature's beauty, Le Cafe Arnold beckons at Central Park South. Here you can enjoy your favorite brew surrounded by lush greenery while soft cloth napkins add a touch of refinement.