Kernels Collection

Fancy some nuts?
Eden Antho

peanut, arachis hypogaea
Groundnuts Peanuts and kernels on a white background

Ornaments of the Native Americans of Virginia (Powhatan) worn in a dance: belts 1, 2, 3, girdle of Thevetia ahouai kernels 4, bead necklaces 5, 6, 7, feather headdresses 8, 9, apron 10 and shirt 11

Golden Grain Sugar Corn Product Label, c. 1890 (colour litho)
3035755 Golden Grain Sugar Corn Product Label, c.1890 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); (add.info.: Vintage Golden Grain sugar corn product label; lithograph, c)

Vegetable oils (colour litho)
3648672 Vegetable oils (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vegetable oils. Illustration for Atlas of the Worlds Commerce compiled from the latest)

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USA, Food, Nuts, Groundnuts Peanuts and kernels on a white background

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USA, Food, Nuts, Groundnuts Peanuts and kernels on a white background

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USA, Food, Nuts, Groundnuts Peanuts and kernels on a white background

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USA, Food, Nuts, Groundnuts Peanuts in their kernels on a white background

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FOOD, Vegetables, Sweetcorn, Corn on the cob

Day gecko on ear of yellow corn; British columbia canada

Picking palm kernels, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1912

Corn
Antique illustration of corn with leafs on white background

Zea zaccharata, Corn on the cob

Freshly popped pocorn in pretty blue bowl credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Myristica fragrans, Nutmeg and Mace leaves and fruit at three different stages of ripeness

Pistachios, close up

Close-up of a section of fresh corn on the cob

Myristica fragrans, whole Nutmeg kernels and ground Nutmeg in wooden bowl, whole kernels in lidded compartment of metal grater, close up

Shelled Pistachio nuts

Sweet chestnuts (Castanea sativa). Photographed in Dorset, UK, in September

Sweet chestnuts (Castanea sativa) C014 / 0732
Sweet chestnuts (Castanea sativa)

Japanese Cedar - kernels close up
JLM-2487 Japanese Cedar - kernels close up Cryptomeria japonica John Mason contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Japanese Cedar - kernels 
JLM-10721 Japanese Cedar - kernels Cryptomeria japonica John Mason contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Sierra Leone - Picking Pine Kernels Date: circa 1905

Popcorn in a box

Nutmeg seed kernels. This aromatic spice is the seed kernel of the nutmeg plant (Mystica fragrans). It is grated and used to flavour a variety of dishes

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"Exploring the Richness of Kernels: From Native American Ornaments to Modern-Day Delicacies" Kernels, small yet mighty, have played a significant role throughout history. They have adorned the Native Americans of Virginia as exquisite ornaments, showcasing their cultural heritage and artistic prowess. These intricate designs tell tales of ancient traditions and deep-rooted connections to the land. In the late 19th century, kernels took on a new form as they graced the labels of Golden Grain Sugar Corn products. The vibrant colors captured in lithographs transported consumers back in time, evoking memories of simpler days when corn was more than just a staple food—it was an emblem of nourishment and comfort. Vegetable oils also owe their existence to these humble kernels. Colorful lithographs depict the process by which these oils are extracted from various plants, highlighting nature's abundance and mankind's ingenuity in harnessing its gifts. From afar lands like Sierra Leone in West Africa comes another tale involving kernels—the laborious task of picking palm kernels. This image serves as a reminder that behind every product we enjoy lies hard work and dedication from individuals around the world. Even during times of turmoil such as World War II, kernels found themselves amidst chaos at Winkleys Wharf in Millwall during London's Blitz. Amidst destruction and uncertainty, these resilient seeds symbolize hope for better days ahead—a testament to humanity's ability to find solace even in darkness. Nature itself embraces kernels' allure; showcased through a day gecko perched upon an ear of yellow corn in British Columbia, Canada. This harmonious coexistence reminds us that even within our own ecosystems lie hidden wonders waiting to be discovered. Lastly but not leastly is the peanut—arachis hypogaea—a kernel with countless possibilities. Whether enjoyed roasted or transformed into creamy butter spreads loved worldwide, peanuts remind us that innovation can arise from something seemingly ordinary.