Larder Collection (page 3)

Medieval game larder hung with hares, goose and wood pigeons

Kitchen with white wooden cupboards, pendant lights, long shelf stacked with glass jars containing dried foods, equipped with cooker and dishwasher, front view

Three jars of preserved peppers and vegetables on kitchen shelf beside a wire basket of eggs

Carbon footprint labelling C014 / 1253
Carbon footprint labelling. Label on a food product showing its carbon footprint. This is an indication of the impact the production, distribution

Carbon footprint label C014 / 1254
Carbon footprint label. Label on a food product showing its carbon footprint. This is an indication of the impact the production, distribution

Dermestes lardarius, larder beetle
Scanning electron microscope image of a larder beetle (x22). These beetles are important for the damage they do, mainly through feeding on animal matter. Coloured artificially by computer

Larder beetle larva head, SEM
Larder beetle (Dermestes lardarius) larva head, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This beetle is studied by forensic entomologists as it feeds on extremely dry, desiccated dead bodies

Early refrigerator, 19th century

Trouble in the Larder
Oi heres a chance thought Sue and Sam To have a feast of Strawberry Jam! But Auntie passing by that way They got no jam for many a day

Place Vendome
The telescope in the place Vendome provides a larder for troops bivouacked there

Caught
Children discovered in a larder or pantry by their parents and a horrified housekeeper or nanny eating jam out of a huge jar

Food from the Larder
Two children help their mother fetch food from the larder

Shelves of Food
Shelves full of an incredible array of food, including bread, biscuits, fruit, eggs, crab, lobster, oysters, fish, sausages, a crown of lamb, meat, cheese, wine, cakes, &c

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Step into the world of larders, where history and functionality intertwine. From meat safes to the Queen Mary's Amazing Larder, these storage spaces have played a vital role in preserving food throughout time. In 1954, an advert statement highlighted the significance of larders during butter rationing. As households faced scarcity, larders became essential for storing precious supplies like Crawford's Shortbread. But it wasn't just about food preservation; larders also offered creative possibilities. In that same year, DIY enthusiasts explored various ideas such as vacuum cleaner storage racks and even transforming a larder into an office area or a "husband's corner. " The Duke of Fife's game larder from 1881 showcases the grandeur associated with these spaces. Painted by G Durand, this artwork captures the opulence and importance placed on preserving game meats. Moving across continents to South Hill House in Somerset, we find another example of a well-stocked larder. This location served as a testament to how families relied on their provisions stored within these rooms. Venturing into photography, Dorothea Lange captured storerooms and cellars in different parts of America during the Great Depression era. Mrs. Granger's storeroom at Yamhill farms showcases resilience amidst hardship while tent interiors in Santa Clara County reveal humble living conditions. In Gem County, Idaho, Roy Carlock was part of Ola self-help sawmill co-op—a community that understood the value of collective effort when it came to sustenance during challenging times. Meanwhile, Mrs. Wardlow had an impressive collection of 500 quarts of food stored in her dugout cellar at Dead Ox Flat in Oregon—an embodiment of preparedness and self-sufficiency. Lastly, Mrs. Botner arranged her storage cellar at Nyssa Heights with care and precision—showcasing how organization played a crucial role in maximizing the potential of these spaces.