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Cocoa Collection (page 7)

"Cocoa: A Rich History and Delightful Treat" From the early days of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's endorsement in Frys Cocoa Advert to the iconic Bournville Cocoa Poster

Background imageCocoa Collection: Poster advertising Cacao Van Houten, Belgium, 1897 (colour litho)

Poster advertising Cacao Van Houten, Belgium, 1897 (colour litho)
BAL1494 Poster advertising Cacao Van Houten, Belgium, 1897 (colour litho) by Privat-Livemont, Henri (1861-1936); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Belgian, out of copyright

Background imageCocoa Collection: Mexican Indian Preparing Chocolate, from the Codex Tuleda, 1553 (vellum)

Mexican Indian Preparing Chocolate, from the Codex Tuleda, 1553 (vellum)
REV135295 Mexican Indian Preparing Chocolate, from the Codex Tuleda, 1553 (vellum) by Mexican School, (16th century); Museo de America, Madrid, Spain; Mexican, out of copyright

Background imageCocoa Collection: A Lady Drinking Chocolate (colour litho)

A Lady Drinking Chocolate (colour litho)
REV175126 A Lady Drinking Chocolate (colour litho) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Background imageCocoa Collection: Father Christmas bringing gifts to a soldier, First World War advertising card for Frys chocolate

Father Christmas bringing gifts to a soldier, First World War advertising card for Frys chocolate and cocoa (litho)
6029993 Father Christmas bringing gifts to a soldier, First World War advertising card for Frys chocolate and cocoa (litho) by English School

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cocoa plantation (b / w photo)

Cocoa plantation (b / w photo)
6009011 Cocoa plantation (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoa plantation)

Background imageCocoa Collection: Advertisement, Js Fry and Sons Cocoa and Chocolate Works, Bristol (engraving)

Advertisement, Js Fry and Sons Cocoa and Chocolate Works, Bristol (engraving)
1622996 Advertisement, Js Fry and Sons Cocoa and Chocolate Works, Bristol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement)

Background imageCocoa Collection: International Health Exhibition, Messers F Allen and Sons Exhibit of Machinery for Making Cocoa

International Health Exhibition, Messers F Allen and Sons Exhibit of Machinery for Making Cocoa, Chocolate
1622779 International Health Exhibition, Messers F Allen and Sons Exhibit of Machinery for Making Cocoa, Chocolate, and Confectionery (engraving) by English School

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cocoa - in 'General History of Insects of Suriname and All Europe'

Cocoa - in "General History of Insects of Suriname and All Europe"
LSE4077012 Cocoa - in " General History of Insects of Suriname and All Europe" by Maria Sibylla Merian, 1771 by Merian, Maria Sibylla Graff (1647-1717); Bibliotheque, Maisons-Alfort

Background imageCocoa Collection: Enjoying Suchard chocolate at a masked ball (chromolitho)

Enjoying Suchard chocolate at a masked ball (chromolitho)
974378 Enjoying Suchard chocolate at a masked ball (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Enjoying Suchard chocolate at a masked ball)

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cocoa grinder (chromolitho)

Cocoa grinder (chromolitho)
977649 Cocoa grinder (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoa grinder. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cocoa and spices (colour litho)

Cocoa and spices (colour litho)
3648624 Cocoa and spices (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cocoa and spices)

Background imageCocoa Collection: Coronation of King George V, Westminster Abbey (colour litho)

Coronation of King George V, Westminster Abbey (colour litho)
3093841 Coronation of King George V, Westminster Abbey (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation of King George V, Westminster Abbey)

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cacao, from a manuscript on plants and civilization in the Antilles, c

Cacao, from a manuscript on plants and civilization in the Antilles, c
CHT172437 Cacao, from a manuscript on plants and civilization in the Antilles, c.1686 (w/c on paper) by Plumier, Charles (1646-1704); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

Background imageCocoa Collection: Advertisement, Liptons Teas (engraving)

Advertisement, Liptons Teas (engraving)
1100213 Advertisement, Liptons Teas (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Liptons Teas)

Background imageCocoa Collection: Baking for stargazers

Baking for stargazers
Dina Belenko

Background imageCocoa Collection: Little Benny Merrell aged six takes some of the ancient wood bricks from Shirland Road

Little Benny Merrell aged six takes some of the ancient wood bricks from Shirland Road, West London and sells them on for firewood 5th March 1954

Background imageCocoa Collection: Mrs Hilary Williams, a clerk at Unigates depot at Marshfield, near Cardiff

Mrs Hilary Williams, a clerk at Unigates depot at Marshfield, near Cardiff, with some of the new slogan-bearing milk bottles yesterday - 21st Sept 1981

Background imageCocoa Collection: Coffee Cup and Saucer

Coffee Cup and Saucer

Background imageCocoa Collection: Woman Drinking a Hot Beverage

Woman Drinking a Hot Beverage

Background imageCocoa Collection: Blindfolded Woman Drinking Coffee

Blindfolded Woman Drinking Coffee

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cup of Cappuccino Character

Cup of Cappuccino Character

Background imageCocoa Collection: A variety of Advertisements from 1889. Date: 1886

A variety of Advertisements from 1889. Date: 1886

Background imageCocoa Collection: White Cat in a Coffee Cup

White Cat in a Coffee Cup

Background imageCocoa Collection: Boston Terrier in a Coffee Cup

Boston Terrier in a Coffee Cup

Background imageCocoa Collection: Bird and Roses Cake Date: 1935

Bird and Roses Cake Date: 1935

Background imageCocoa Collection: Wedding Cake Date: 1935

Wedding Cake Date: 1935

Background imageCocoa Collection: Girl with Bouquet Cake Date: 1935

Girl with Bouquet Cake Date: 1935

Background imageCocoa Collection: A Courtship Cake Date: 1935

A Courtship Cake Date: 1935

Background imageCocoa Collection: Frys Chocolate & Cocoa manufactory 1884 Frys Chocolate & Cocoa manufactory 1884

Frys Chocolate & Cocoa manufactory 1884 Frys Chocolate & Cocoa manufactory 1884
Part 2 of the chocolate manufacturing process: the grinding room in the Frys chocolate factory in Bristol. Date: 1884

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cocoa mill in Grenada 1855

Cocoa mill in Grenada 1855
Interior of a cocoa mill in Grenada. Date: 1855

Background imageCocoa Collection: Scientist Loves Cadburys

Scientist Loves Cadburys
An archetypal scientist, with a flowing beard and surrounded by apparatus, studies a sample of Cadburys Cocoa; he of course concludes that it is the finest available. Date: circa 1890

Background imageCocoa Collection: COCOA SELLER / B&W COCOA SELLER / B&W

COCOA SELLER / B&W COCOA SELLER / B&W
A French vendor of cocoa or hot chocolate. Date: 1840s

Background imageCocoa Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20104312

EyeUbiquitous_20104312
Mexico, Oaxaca, Chocolate caliente, hot chocolate in painted cup with cocoa beans and pod

Background imageCocoa Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20104314

EyeUbiquitous_20104314
Mexico, Oaxaca, Cocoa beans and pod

Background imageCocoa Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20104313

EyeUbiquitous_20104313
Mexico, Oaxaca, Chocolate caliente, hot chocolate in painted cup with cocoa beans

Background imageCocoa Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20099459

EyeUbiquitous_20099459
Food, Sweets, Chocolate, Colourful foil wrapped Easter eggs in the shape of a Valentine heart on a white background

Background imageCocoa Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20099457

EyeUbiquitous_20099457
Food, Sweets, Chocolate, Colourful foil wrapped Easter eggs in the shape of a Valentine heart on a white background

Background imageCocoa Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20099458

EyeUbiquitous_20099458
Food, Sweets, Chocolate, Colourful foil wrapped Easter eggs in the shape of a Valentine heart on a white background

Background imageCocoa Collection: 20096384

20096384
WEST INDIES Grenada St Patrick Bar of 71% percent cocoa organic dark chocolate from The Grenada Chocolate Company in its colourful wrapper

Background imageCocoa Collection: EyeUbiquitous_10042316

EyeUbiquitous_10042316
Drink, Hot, Coffee, Cup of coffee with dusted chocolate in a Majolica ceramic cup and saucer on a red and white table cloth

Background imageCocoa Collection: The Eccentric Growth of Cocoa Pods, Dominica, British West Indies, c1930s. Creator: Unknown

The Eccentric Growth of Cocoa Pods, Dominica, British West Indies, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Eccentric Growth of Cocoa Pods, Dominica, B.W.I. c1930s. Dominica was once a major producer of cocoa beans, trees grew abundantly in the tropical climate and cocoa was a huge industry

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cocoa Fresh from the Pods, Dominica, B. W. I. 1893. Creator: Keystone View Company

Cocoa Fresh from the Pods, Dominica, B. W. I. 1893. Creator: Keystone View Company
Cocoa Fresh from the Pods, Dominica, B.W.I. 1893. Cocoa harvest in Dominica, formerly a part of the British West Indies. Stereocard by Keystone View Company

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cacao (Cocoa) harvesting in Equador

Cacao (Cocoa) harvesting in Equador. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageCocoa Collection: Drying Cacao, Trinidad, B. W. I. early 20th century. Creator: Unknown

Drying Cacao, Trinidad, B. W. I. early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Drying Cacao, Trinidad, B.W.I. (British West Indies), early 20th century. Cacao, or cocoa, has contributed to the socio-economic development of Trinidad and Tobago for over 200 years

Background imageCocoa Collection: Breaking Cocoa, Trinidad, early 20th century. Creator: Unknown

Breaking Cocoa, Trinidad, early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Breaking Cocoa, Trinidad, early 20th century. Workers processing cocoa beans. Cacao, or cocoa, has contributed to the socio-economic development of Trinidad and Tobago for over 200 years

Background imageCocoa Collection: Gathering Cocoa, Trinidad, B. W. I. early 20th century. Creator: Unknown

Gathering Cocoa, Trinidad, B. W. I. early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Gathering Cocoa, Trinidad, B.W.I. (British West Indies), early 20th century. Workers with a pile of cocoa beans on a plantation during the colonial period

Background imageCocoa Collection: Cocoa in full bearing, Trinidad and Tobago, c1914. Creator: Unknown

Cocoa in full bearing, Trinidad and Tobago, c1914. Creator: Unknown
Cocoa in full bearing, Trinidad and Tobago, c1914. Indo-Trinidadian man and small boy, the man has a machete for cutting down the cocoa pods

Background imageCocoa Collection: The Polar Partys Sledging Ration (Pemmican, biscuits, butter, cocoa, sugar and tea)

The Polar Partys Sledging Ration (Pemmican, biscuits, butter, cocoa, sugar and tea), 1911, (1913). Sledging ration for one man for one day



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"Cocoa: A Rich History and Delightful Treat" From the early days of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's endorsement in Frys Cocoa Advert to the iconic Bournville Cocoa Poster, it has captivated people for centuries. Derived from Theobroma cacao, a tropical tree bearing cocoa pods, this delectable ingredient has become synonymous with indulgence. In the heart of Birmingham lies Mens Pavilion & Recreation Grounds in Bournville, where residents have long enjoyed the pleasures of cocoa. Horse-drawn vehicles and barrows once filled Borough High Street in London back in 1904, delivering this beloved treat to eager customers. The popularity extended beyond borders as well. In Australia, chocolate lovers embraced their own version of the Easter bunny with the Chocolate Bilby. Meanwhile, Lyles Pure Soluble Cocoa found its way into households worldwide through enticing advertisements that promised pure satisfaction. But let us not forget about the origins itself – nestled on trees are vibrant cocoa pods waiting to be harvested. These precious fruits hold within them a world of flavors and possibilities that have been cherished throughout history. Even homeopathy recognized the power as it became an essential ingredient in remedies aimed at soothing both body and soul. Its comforting qualities were celebrated through captivating posters depicting gatherings around these magical pods. Today, we continue to savor every sip or bite infused with rich cocoa goodness. Whether it's a warm cup on a chilly evening or a decadent dessert shared among loved ones, there is no denying that cocoa holds a special place in our hearts and taste buds alike. So next time you indulge in your favorite chocolate treat or reach for that steaming mug of hot cocoa, remember its fascinating journey – from Captain Scott's endorsement to bustling streets lined with horse-drawn carriages – all leading back to one thing: pure bliss found within each velvety sip or melt-in-your-mouth bite.