Dried Fruit Collection

The Preparation of Dry Grapes, 1890, (c1932). Artist: Joaquin Sorolla y Bastida
The Preparation of Dry Grapes, 1890, (c1932). From Modern Art by Charles Marriott & Tis & Tis. [Colour Ltd. London, 1909]

Rose hip tea, dried rose hips -Rosa canina-

Dried fruits on market stall, Osh, Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, Asia

Strings of dried figs in the market, Dubrovnik, Dalmatia, Croatia, Europe

Still Life with Peanuts 1890 (Oil on canvas)
8766576 Still Life with Peanuts 1890 (Oil on canvas) by Decker, Joseph (1853-1924); 35.6x22.9 cm; High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia, USA; © High Museum of Art .

The Grocer's Shop at Christmas - drawn by Foster, 1850. Creator: Edmund Evans
The Grocer's Shop at Christmas - drawn by Foster, 1850. Shoppers queuing to buy dried fruit to make plum puddings. Illustration to a story by John Oxenford

Fresh dates for sale in the street markets of Rabat, Morocco

Azerbaijan, Kyalve, traditional fruit lavash, pressed dried fruit

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Osh bazaar, nuts, dried fruit & sweets

Dried fruid for sale in a market on Yaowarat Road, Chinatown, Bangkok, Thailand

Sried fruit for sale, Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), Istanbul, Turkey

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Noisette (seche); Dry hazel-nut; Trockene Haselnusz (engraving)
7196848 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Noisette (seche); Dry hazel-nut; Trockene Haselnusz (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Noisette; Small nut; Haselnusz (engraving)
7196846 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Noisette; Small nut; Haselnusz (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Noisette; Small nut; Haselnusz)

Still Life - Strawberries, Nuts, &c. 1822. Creator: Raphaelle Peale
Still Life - Strawberries, Nuts, &c. 1822. Fruit in imported Chinese porcelain vessels

Nature morte - Still Life - Peinture de Clara Peeters (1594-1658), 1611 - Oil on canvas
FIA5400764 Nature morte - Still Life - Peinture de Clara Peeters (1594-1658), 1611 - Oil on canvas, 52x73 - Museo del Prado, Madrid by Peeters, Clara (1594-1659); Prado, Madrid

Department of Basses Alpes in southern France (chromolitho)
724685 Department of Basses Alpes in southern France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Department of Basses Alpes in southern France)

Still life, Vanity, 1656 (oil on wood)
FIA5406539 Still life, Vanity, 1656 (oil on wood) by Claesz, Pieter (1597-1660); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Photo eFine Art Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Man of Dates
Alawi Almajid

Still Life with Fruit and Nuts, 1848. Creator: Robert Seldon Duncanson
Still Life with Fruit and Nuts, 1848

Still Life with Apples, Sherry, and Tea Cake, 1822. Creator: Raphaelle Peale
Still Life with Apples, Sherry, and Tea Cake, 1822

Dishes with Oysters, Fruit, and Wine, c. 1620 / 1625. Creator: Osias Beert the Elder
Dishes with Oysters, Fruit, and Wine, c. 1620/1625

A Dessert, 1814. Creator: Raphaelle Peale
A Dessert, 1814

Dried lemons, spice souk, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Arabia, Middle East, Orient

The Hunza Valleys celebrated apricots are laid out to dry in the autumnal sunshine on round trays

Black and white illustration of water being poured onto dried fruit in a bowl, to soak

Illustration of a plum and three prunes

Dried orange slices

Nori (Porphyra tenera) seaweed flakes on an olive wood spoon

Star Anise (Illicium verum) on an olive wood spoon

Physalis, Cape gooseberry, Inca or Aztec berry -Physalis peruviana-

Slow dried yellow figs

Wolfberries or Goji Berries -Lycium barbarum-, part of Chinese cuisine and traditional Chinese medicine

Barberries -Berberis-

Date Palms -Phoenix-, Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Date Palm -Phoenix-, Windhoek, Namibia

Grocers Wares
The window of a grocers shop displaying dried fruits. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Drying Raisin Grapes in California Postcard. ca. 1900, Drying Raisin Grapes in California Postcard

Refrigerator cake, close-up

Assortment of biscuits including Florentine biscuits with chocolate icing, Bienenstich bars peppered with slivered almonds, and chocolate-dipped butter biscuits in various shapes

Dried fruit and brazil nut loaf cake on a wire tray, two slices removed

Bowl of gluten-free granola with dried fruits

A fruit cake and a jar of almonds, and on shelf above, jars of dried fruit and nuts

Seed and dried fruit bars, close-up

Dried figs, apricots and prunes, close up

Using skewer to test if fruitcake is ready

Raisins

Scattered dried apricots and almonds

Bara Brith, served on chopping board whole and sliced, with cubes of butter in dish, accompanied by butter knife

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"Dried Fruit: A Timeless Delicacy Across Continents" Step back in time to the year 1890, as depicted in Joaquin Sorolla y Bastida's masterpiece "The Preparation of Dry Grapes. " Witness the meticulous process of transforming succulent grapes into nature's sweet jewels, dried and preserved for indulgence. Travel further east to Central Asia, where vibrant rose hips are transformed into a soothing elixir known as rose hip tea. The dried Rosa canina fruits hold within them a wealth of health benefits, offering warmth and comfort with every sip. Immerse yourself in the bustling markets of Kyrgyzstan and Croatia, where strings of dried figs hang temptingly from stalls. These delectable treats have been carefully sun-dried to preserve their natural sweetness, ready to be savored by locals and visitors alike. Venture into Azerbaijan's Kyalve region and discover traditional fruit lavash – pressed dried fruit bursting with flavors that transport you to another era. Each bite tells a story steeped in cultural heritage and culinary craftsmanship. In Bishkek's Osh bazaar, your senses will be overwhelmed by an array of nuts, dried fruits, and sweets. This vibrant market showcases Kyrgyzstan's rich agricultural bounty transformed into delightful snacks that satisfy cravings while nourishing the body. Journey across continents to Bangkok's Chinatown or Istanbul's Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), where colorful displays beckon passersby with their aromatic offerings. Dried fruits from all corners of the world converge here – a testament to their universal appeal. Le Vocabulaire Illustre takes us on an artistic exploration through engravings depicting dry hazel-nuts; these trocken Haselnusz showcase nature’s ability to transform humble nuts into crunchy delights that add depth and flavor to any dish. Raphaelle Peale captures the essence of still life artistry with his painting "Still Life - Strawberries, Nuts, &c.