Mealtime Collection (page 9)

Powell, the Fire Eater, 1760 (engraving)
8632561 Powell, the Fire Eater, 1760 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Powell, the Fire Eater, 1760)

London Bluecoat School (engraving)
8631618 London Bluecoat School (engraving) by Capper, Edith (fl.1865-84); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Bluecoat School. Illustration from Black and White)

French officers at their mess, Italy (engraving)
8676864 French officers at their mess, Italy (engraving) by Gaildrau, Jules (1816-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: French officers at their mess, Italy)

Banquet in honour of Charles Kean, St James's Hall, London (engraving)
8676849 Banquet in honour of Charles Kean, St James's Hall, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Offiziers-Picknick / Officers Picnic (colour litho)
8666224 Offiziers-Picknick / Officers Picnic (colour litho) by Christophe (Colomb, Georges) (1856-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Offiziers-Picknick)

English cookery, 1950s: Platter of Mixed Hors D'Oeuvre (colour photo)
8667371 English cookery, 1950s: Platter of Mixed Hors D'Oeuvre (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Platter of Mixed Hors D'Oeuvre)

English cookery, 1950s: Grilled sole with vegetables (colour photo)
8667355 English cookery, 1950s: Grilled sole with vegetables (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grilled sole with vegetables)

English cookery, 1950s: Decorated birthday-cake (colour photo)
8667353 English cookery, 1950s: Decorated birthday-cake (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Decorated birthday-cake)

Kitchen in the home of a wealthy Italian (engraving)
8663790 Kitchen in the home of a wealthy Italian (engraving) by Italian School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

An unseen presence (chromolitho)
8677505 An unseen presence (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An unseen presence)

Menu for a banquet celebrating the opening of the fist railway station in Cologne, 1859 (colour litho)
8673056 Menu for a banquet celebrating the opening of the fist railway station in Cologne, 1859 (colour litho) by German School

Louis XV, King of France (coloured engraving)
8672814 Louis XV, King of France (coloured engraving) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis XV, King of France: the royal lunch)

Spartan dancers at the feast of Diana (litho)
8672809 Spartan dancers at the feast of Diana (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spartan dancers at the feast of Diana)

The Triumph of Art (engraving)
8672756 The Triumph of Art (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Triumph of Art)

Luncheon party on a houseboat at Henley-on-Thames (engraving)
8672608 Luncheon party on a houseboat at Henley-on-Thames (engraving) by Sidney, Herbert (1858-1923) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Summer life on the Thames)

A banquet (engraving)
8642697 A banquet (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A banquet. Illustration for The Humourist by W H Harrison (Ackermann)

Convent of the Sacred Heart, Roehampton: Refectory (b/w photo)
8649272 Convent of the Sacred Heart, Roehampton: Refectory (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Refectory)

Window w6 depicting the Parable of Dives and Lazarus (stained glass)
722026 Window w6 depicting the Parable of Dives and Lazarus (stained glass); Church of St. Jeanne d'Arc, Rouen, France

Coronation banquet of King George IV, 1820
1576945 Coronation banquet of King George IV, 1820; (add.info.: Coronation banquet of King George IV of Great Britain, at Westminster Hall, London, 1820.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A serving-hatch scheme, the dining-room side (litho)
8658831 A serving-hatch scheme, the dining-room side (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A serving-hatch scheme, the dining-room side)

The Last Supper (chromolitho)
8656869 The Last Supper (chromolitho) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Supper. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

This beats work (colour litho)
8656603 This beats work (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: This beats work. Woman reading and eating chocolates in bed)

I have got the pip (colour litho)
8656663 I have got the pip (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I have got the pip. Man eating an orange. Postcard, early 20th century)

Fried whiting (colour photo)
8658469 Fried whiting (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fried whiting)

Mixed Hors D'oeuvre (colour photo)
8658467 Mixed Hors D'oeuvre (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mixed Hors D'oeuvre)

Lobster salad (colour photo)
8658465 Lobster salad (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lobster salad)

Roast Guinea-Fowl (colour photo)
8658464 Roast Guinea-Fowl (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roast Guinea-Fowl)

Mock Roast with Vegetables (colour photo)
8658463 Mock Roast with Vegetables (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mock Roast with Vegetables)

Strawberries, Jellied and Cream (colour photo)
8658459 Strawberries, Jellied and Cream (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strawberries, Jellied and Cream)

Bougeois kitchen, early 16th Century (woodcut)
8663793 Bougeois kitchen, early 16th Century (woodcut) by German School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bougeois kitchen, early 16th Century)

Eastcote Camp: Outside the Canteen (b/w photo)
8670253 Eastcote Camp: Outside the Canteen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Outside the Canteen. Eastcote Camp)

Do You Know: Who introduced Christmas trees? (colour litho)
8668103 Do You Know: Who introduced Christmas trees? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Who introduced Christmas trees)

Cactus, Camel, Camp-stool, Cam-wheel, Canal, Candle, Candy, Cannon, Canoe, Canteen, Cant-hook, Capsize (engraving)
8651749 Cactus, Camel, Camp-stool, Cam-wheel, Canal, Candle, Candy, Cannon, Canoe, Canteen, Cant-hook, Capsize (engraving) by German School

The pleasures of solitude (engraving)
8642716 The pleasures of solitude (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The pleasures of solitude)

Washing up (engraving)
8642714 Washing up (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washing up. Illustration for The Humourist by W H Harrison (Ackermann)

Cheddar; Gorgonzola; Double Gloster; Parmesan; Gruyere; Roquefort; Dutch; Stilton; Camembert; St Ives; Cream
8642450 Cheddar; Gorgonzola; Double Gloster; Parmesan; Gruyere; Roquefort; Dutch; Stilton; Camembert; St Ives; Cream (colour litho) by English School

Spinach A La Creme; Stuffed Tomatoes; Vegetable Salad (colour litho)
8642449 Spinach A La Creme; Stuffed Tomatoes; Vegetable Salad (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spinach A La Creme; Stuffed Tomatoes; Vegetable Salad)

Pressed Beef; Glazed Ox Tongue; Boiled Ham (colour litho)
8642445 Pressed Beef; Glazed Ox Tongue; Boiled Ham (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pressed Beef; Glazed Ox Tongue; Boiled Ham)

Ice Pudding; Peches Melba; Cream Ices (colour litho)
8642440 Ice Pudding; Peches Melba; Cream Ices (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ice Pudding; Peches Melba; Cream Ices)

A Happy Mother (colour litho)
8641603 A Happy Mother (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Happy Mother. Illustration for The Prize, 1888.); © Look and Learn

A popular crisp-bread (b/w photo)
8647469 A popular crisp-bread (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A popular crisp-bread)

A traditional English breakfast (b/w photo)
8655282 A traditional English breakfast (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A traditional English breakfast)

Salad (colour photo)
8655267 Salad (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salad. Illustration for Good Housekeeping's Basic Cookery in Pictures)

Home-made cakes (colour photo)
8655264 Home-made cakes (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home-made cakes)

Apricot puddings. (colour photo)
8655260 Apricot puddings. (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apricot puddings)

Crib, Crib, Crow, Cube, Cuff, Dart, Dead, Deer, Desk, Dice, Dime, Dine (engraving)
8649990 Crib, Crib, Crow, Cube, Cuff, Dart, Dead, Deer, Desk, Dice, Dime, Dine (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crib, Crib, Crow, Cube, Cuff)

Ear, Eat, Eel, Egg, Elk, Eye, Fan, Fig, Fin, Fly, Fop, Fox (engraving)
8649978 Ear, Eat, Eel, Egg, Elk, Eye, Fan, Fig, Fin, Fly, Fop, Fox (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ear, Eat, Eel, Egg, Elk, Eye, Fan, Fig, Fin)

Trade's Cake Book: Three-Tier Wedding Cake, By Mr Edwin Schur (b/w photo)
8674423 Trade's Cake Book: Three-Tier Wedding Cake, By Mr Edwin Schur (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Three-Tier Wedding Cake)

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"Mealtime: A Journey Through Art, History, and Culture" Step into the world as we explore various artworks and historical moments that depict this universal human experience. From heartwarming family gatherings to extravagant feasts, these captivating images reveal the significance of sharing a meal together. In Pieter Bruegel the Elder's masterpiece "The Harvesters, " we witness a scene from rural life where hardworking peasants take a break to enjoy their midday meal. The horse grazing nearby becomes one of the family, reminding us that even our animal companions can be part of our mealtimes. Moving forward in time, Harold Harvey's painting "The Tea Table" transports us to an elegant Victorian setting. With delicate china cups and dainty treats laid out on the table, it captures the refined ritual of afternoon tea – a cherished tradition still enjoyed today. Humor takes center stage in Punch cartoon's engraving titled "A Warning - Wagners Ring Cycle. " As characters indulge in food during intermission at an opera performance, it playfully reminds us not to let our appetite distract from cultural experiences. Exploring diversity in dining experiences, we encounter a colored photograph capturing a black man enjoying a large watermelon. This image prompts reflection on how food has been used both as sustenance and as symbols laden with racial stereotypes throughout history. Delving into ancient Rome's eccentricities, an engraving portrays Emperor Caligula entertaining his favorite horse Incitatus at supper. This bizarre depiction highlights how power can sometimes lead to peculiar indulgences beyond imagination. Shifting gears towards sporting events brings us to "The Wappenshaw: A Shooting Match. " Oil on paper showcases Scottish soldiers gathering for target practice before sitting down together for hearty meals – camaraderie forged through shared activities and nourishment alike. In William Heath Robinson's whimsical illustration "Good Egg, " breakfast becomes an imaginative adventure filled with contraptions and inventions.