Eggplants Collection

Travel views of Morocco, 1904. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Morocco, 1904

Top view of gooseberry, chili peppers and baby eggplant at local market, Lake Inle, Nyaungshwe Township, Taunggyi District, Shan State, Myanmar

Garden Harvest Season
Lydia Jacobs

Baskets of eggplants, between 1941 and 1942. Creator: Unknown
Baskets of eggplants

Eggplant, Yuan or Ming dynasty, 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Eggplant, Yuan or Ming dynasty, 14th century. Traditionally attributed to Qian Xuan

Eggplant, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Creator: Unknown
Eggplant, Ming dynasty, 1368-1644. Formerly attributed to Zhang Sengyou

Aubergines or Egg Fruits (colour litho)
979108 Aubergines or Egg Fruits (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aubergines or Egg Fruits)

Eggplants
Aleksandrova Karina

Interior of a House, 1763. Creator: Francesco Londonio
Interior of a House, 1763

Eggplants in a Basket, 19th century. Creator: Totoya Hokkei
Eggplants in a Basket, 19th century

Still Life with a Ginger Jar and Eggplants, 1893-94. Creator: Paul Cezanne
Still Life with a Ginger Jar and Eggplants, 1893-94

Eggplants Basket Edo period 1615-1868 19th century
Artokoloro

Ichi fuji ni taka san nasubi, First dream: fuji, hawks, and eggplants. Kitagawa, Utamaro, 1753?-1806, artist, [between 1798 and 1801], 1 print (3 sheets) : woodcut

Prepared eggplant casserole

Aubergines on sale in roadside farm stall, southern Cyprus. credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Colourful selection of vegetables, view from above

Whole Aubergines being flame-grilled on barbecue, close up

Assorted aubergines C014 / 1515
Assorted aubergines

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"Eggplants: A Culinary Journey Through Europe and Beyond" Embark on a gastronomic adventure with eggplants, the versatile vegetable that has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Originating in Asia, this purple beauty made its way to Europe, where it found a special place in Italian cuisine. In the charming city of Cagliari, Sardinia's capital, indulge in a light lunch at a quaint restaurant while savoring the iconic dish - parmigiana. Layers of tender eggplant slices intermingled with rich tomato sauce and melted cheese create an explosion of flavors that will transport you straight to Italy. Stroll through local markets across Europe and witness vibrant displays showcasing top views of gooseberries, chili peppers, and baby eggplants. The colorful array is reminiscent of Lake Inle's market scene, where these treasures are abundant. Travel back in time as you explore historical photographs capturing baskets brimming with eggplants between 1941 and 1942. Although their creators remain unknown, these images serve as reminders of how deeply ingrained this vegetable is within our culinary heritage. Delve even further into history as you encounter ancient artifacts from China's Yuan and Ming dynasties. Dating back to the 14th century or earlier, delicate porcelain depictions showcase artists' admiration for this humble yet extraordinary plant. Marvel at Francesco Londonio's intricate interior painting from 1763 featuring luscious eggplants adorning a table setting. This artwork transports us to an era when these vegetables were not only sustenance but also symbols of abundance and prosperity. Totoya Hokkei's masterpiece from the 19th century captures rustic charm with his depiction nestled together in a basket—a testament to their timeless appeal throughout generations. Renowned artist Paul Cezanne immortalizes nature's bounty by incorporating ginger jars alongside plump purple eggplants in his still life composition from 1893-94.