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Medlar Collection

The medlar, scientifically known as Mespilus germanica, is a fascinating fruit with a rich history

Background imageMedlar Collection: Transfer of inmates to new Fylde Union Workhouse

Transfer of inmates to new Fylde Union Workhouse
The removal of inmates from the Fylde Unions old workhouse at Kirkham to its new premises at Medlar-with-Wesham. Scenes include children, elderly inmates, staff, and beds in a dormitory. Date: 1907

Background imageMedlar Collection: Fruit trees and plants including pear, quince (quince), plum, cocoplum, rose, loquat (nefle)

Fruit trees and plants including pear, quince (quince), plum, cocoplum, rose, loquat (nefle), chokeberry, medlar
FLO4684789 Fruit trees and plants including pear, quince (quince), plum, cocoplum, rose, loquat (nefle), chokeberry, medlar, service tree, pomegranate, strawberry, blackberry, etc

Background imageMedlar Collection: Common medlar, Mespilus germanica, fruit, flowers, tree

Common medlar, Mespilus germanica, fruit, flowers, tree
5856526 Common medlar, Mespilus germanica, fruit, flowers, tree.; (add.info.: Common medlar, Mespilus germanica, fruit, flowers, tree)

Background imageMedlar Collection: Medlar (Mespilus germanica), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst

Medlar (Mespilus germanica), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
Medlar (Mespilus germanica), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II

Background imageMedlar Collection: Still Life with Quinces, Medlars and a Glass, 1669-1719. Creator: Martinus Nellius

Still Life with Quinces, Medlars and a Glass, 1669-1719. Creator: Martinus Nellius
Still Life with Quinces, Medlars and a Glass, 1669-1719

Background imageMedlar Collection: Japanese medlar. A plant of the Florentine gardens

Japanese medlar. A plant of the Florentine gardens Florence. Date of Photograph:1915-1920 ca

Background imageMedlar Collection: Fylde PR4 3 Map

Fylde PR4 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Fylde PR4 3

Background imageMedlar Collection: Fruit, fruits a pepin et fruits en baie

Fruit, fruits a pepin et fruits en baie
5324576 Fruit, fruits a pepin et fruits en baie by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Fruit, fruits a pepin et fruits en baie)

Background imageMedlar Collection: A branch of medlars, Edo period, 17th century. Creator: Kano Tan'yu

A branch of medlars, Edo period, 17th century. Creator: Kano Tan'yu
A branch of medlars, Edo period, 17th century

Background imageMedlar Collection: Plate of loquats, almonds and a rose

Plate of loquats, almonds and a rose
3573723 Plate of loquats, almonds and a rose by Garzoni, Giovanna (1600-70); Museum of Still Life, deposits, Poggio a Caiano, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mahuwa tree, Madhuca longifolia

Mahuwa tree, Madhuca longifolia. (Bassia longifolia, Bassia di lunghe foglie.) Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Background imageMedlar Collection: Giant loquat from van Demans Report of

Giant loquat from van Demans Report of
Giant loquat, Eriobotrya japonica. Chromolithograph (lithocaustic) by A. Hoen Co. from a botanical illustration by William H. Prestele from Henry van Demans Report of the Pomologist, US Govt

Background imageMedlar Collection: Fig, medlar and quince

Fig, medlar and quince
Fruit, fruits a pepin et fruits en baie. Figs, Ficus carica 1, 2, medlar, Mespilus germanica 3, and quince, Cydonia oblonga 4, 5

Background imageMedlar Collection: Curtis British Entomology Plate 759

Curtis British Entomology Plate 759
Lepidoptera: Venusia cambrica Curtis (Welsh Wave) [Plant: Mespilus germanica (Medlar)] Date: 1824-39

Background imageMedlar Collection: German kinds of fruits (coloured engraving)

German kinds of fruits (coloured engraving)
997863 German kinds of fruits (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageMedlar Collection: Medlar, Mespilus germanica Westerveld, A single fruit with leaves

Medlar, Mespilus germanica Westerveld, A single fruit with leaves

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mespilus germanica, known as the medlar or common medlar

Mespilus germanica, known as the medlar or common medlar
Illustration of a Mespilus germanica, known as the medlar or common medlar

Background imageMedlar Collection: Exhibition at the Royal Horticultural Society, London, 1826. Artist: George Cruikshank

Exhibition at the Royal Horticultural Society, London, 1826. Artist: George Cruikshank
Exhibition at the Royal Horticultural Society, London, 1826. An unusual exhibition in the Great Room of the Horticultural Society in Lower Regent Street, Westminster, London

Background imageMedlar Collection: Day cuckoo flower Silene dioica medlar Mespilus germanica

Day cuckoo flower Silene dioica medlar Mespilus germanica
Day cuckoo flower (Silene dioica) and medlar (Mespilus germanica), Day cuckoo flower and medlar. FIGs. 17 and 18 on a sheet hand numbered 10. In: Anselmi Boetii de Boot I.C. Brugensis & Rodolphi II

Background imageMedlar Collection: Fylde Union Workhouse, Medlar-with-Wesham, Lancashire

Fylde Union Workhouse, Medlar-with-Wesham, Lancashire
The newly erected Fylde Union workhouse at Medlar with Wesham in about 1907. It replaced a previous building at Kirkham. The Wesham site served as a military hospital during World War One

Background imageMedlar Collection: insects, plants and fruits around a rat, print maker: Jacob Hoefnagel, Joris Hoefnagel

insects, plants and fruits around a rat, print maker: Jacob Hoefnagel, Joris Hoefnagel, Christoph Weigel possibly, 1592 and/or 1693 - 1726

Background imageMedlar Collection: October, from Twelve Months of Fruits, by Robert Furber (c

October, from Twelve Months of Fruits, by Robert Furber (c
BAL11861 October, from Twelve Months of Fruits, by Robert Furber (c.1674-1756) engraved by Henry Fletcher, 1732 (colour engraving) by Casteels, Pieter (1684-1749) (after); Victoria & Albert Museum

Background imageMedlar Collection: Hungarian Medlars -Mespolus sp. - in a basket

Hungarian Medlars -Mespolus sp. - in a basket
Hungarian Medlars -Mespolus sp.- in a basket

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mespilus germanica (Medlar), fruit on tree

Mespilus germanica (Medlar), fruit on tree

Background imageMedlar Collection: Four Medlars (Mespilus germanica), close-up

Four Medlars (Mespilus germanica), close-up

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mespilus germanica (Medlar), fruit amid oblong leaves, close-up

Mespilus germanica (Medlar), fruit amid oblong leaves, close-up

Background imageMedlar Collection: Three medlars and leaves, close-up

Three medlars and leaves, close-up

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mespilus germanica, Canadian medlar

Mespilus germanica, Canadian medlar
Azeroles plate 7 fIllustration from Pomona Franconica, Vol 2 (1779) by Johann Mayer of Wurzburg. Entitled Azerole du Canada

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mespilus sp. azerole-pear

Mespilus sp. azerole-pear
Illustration from Pomona Franconica (1776-1801) by Johann Mayer of Wurzburg. Entitled Azerole-poire

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mespilus germanica, flower of medlar

Mespilus germanica, flower of medlar
Illustration from Pomona Franconica (1776-1801) by Johann Mayer of Wurzburg. Entitled La Fleur du Nefflier

Background imageMedlar Collection: Prunus avium, whiteheart cherry flower

Prunus avium, whiteheart cherry flower
Illustration from Pomona Franconica (1776-1801) by Johann Mayer of Wurzburg. Entitled Du fleur du Bigarreautier

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mespilus germanica, Neapolitan medlar

Mespilus germanica, Neapolitan medlar
Illustration from Pomona Franconica (1776-1801) by Johann Mayer of Wurzburg. Entitled Azerole rouge d Italie

Background imageMedlar Collection: Mespilus sp. large black medlar

Mespilus sp. large black medlar
Illustration from Pomona Franconica (1776-1801) by Johann Mayer of Wurzburg. Entitled Grosse Neffle domestique cultive ou noire

Background imageMedlar Collection: Common Medlar - eat after the first frost when the fruit is softened and becomes edible. France

Common Medlar - eat after the first frost when the fruit is softened and becomes edible. France
WAT-16618 Common Medlar - eat after the first frost when the fruit is softened and becomes edible France Mespilus germanica M. Watson contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageMedlar Collection: Common Medlar

Common Medlar
WAT-15664 Common Medlar Alsace - France Mespilus germanica M. Watson contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageMedlar Collection: Medlar (Mespilus germanica) close-up of leaf, Suffolk, England, may

Medlar (Mespilus germanica) close-up of leaf, Suffolk, England, may

Background imageMedlar Collection: Medlar (Mespilus germanica) young tree, growing in garden lawn, Suffolk, England, may

Medlar (Mespilus germanica) young tree, growing in garden lawn, Suffolk, England, may

Background imageMedlar Collection: Medlar (Mespilus germanica) close-up of fruit, in garden, Suffolk, England, november

Medlar (Mespilus germanica) close-up of fruit, in garden, Suffolk, England, november

Background imageMedlar Collection: Medlar (Mespilus germanica) close-up of flower, Suffolk, England, may

Medlar (Mespilus germanica) close-up of flower, Suffolk, England, may

Background imageMedlar Collection: Medlar (Mespilus germanica) close-up of frost and snow covered fruit, in garden, Suffolk, England

Medlar (Mespilus germanica) close-up of frost and snow covered fruit, in garden, Suffolk, England, november

Background imageMedlar Collection: Fan shaped Medlar

Fan shaped Medlar tree (Mespilus sp.) trained against a wall


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The medlar, scientifically known as Mespilus germanica, is a fascinating fruit with a rich history. This unique fruit has been enjoyed for centuries and holds cultural significance in various parts of the world. In the 17th century during the Edo period, artist Kano Tan'yu beautifully depicted a branch of medlars, showcasing their delicate beauty. The fruits are small and round, resembling both apples and berries. Interestingly, the transfer of inmates to the new Fylde Union Workhouse was also associated with medlars. Perhaps this fruit played a role in providing sustenance or comfort to those who resided there, and are often found alongside other delectable treats like loquats, almonds, and roses on plates that showcase nature's bounty. These combinations create an enticing visual feast that tempts our taste buds. Furthermore, another tree called Mahuwa (Madhuca longifolia) shares similarities with medlars. It may be intriguing to explore how these two trees connect through their botanical characteristics or cultural significance. One cannot ignore the mention of giant loquats from Van Demans Report; it leaves us curious about their size and flavor compared to regular-sized ones we commonly encounter today. Fig trees have also been linked with medlars throughout history along with quinces - perhaps they share similar growing conditions or complement each other when used in culinary creations? Curtis British Entomology Plate 759 showcases insects associated with these fruits which adds another layer of intrigue to their story. Understanding the relationship between insects and plants can provide valuable insights into ecosystems and pollination processes. German kinds of fruits are beautifully illustrated in colored engravings highlighting different varieties including our beloved medlar. Exploring these diverse types could lead us on an exciting journey discovering unique flavors and textures within this species. Lastly, let's not forget Westerveld's depiction of Mespilus germanica, showcasing a single fruit with leaves.