Saffron Collection (page 5)

An oval dish containing cinnamon, mace blades, chillies, cardamom pods, parsley, sweet basil leaves, lemon balm, rosemary, vanilla dried pods, pink pepper, star anise and saffron threads

Risotto alla milanese made with rice, saffron and parmesan cheese

Moroccan chicken stew with saffron and apricot in a white dish, with thin slices of almonds and parsley leaves scattered on top, close-up

Seafood soup in bowl with saffron and fennel

Selection of dried spices including Cardamom, Juniper, Nutmeg and Saffron

Spices C014 / 1148
Spices. Plate containing an assortment of spices used in cooking. Including: vanilla pods, star anise, nutmegs, cloves, cinnamon sticks, root ginger, cardamom pods, saffron, mace, and pimento

Crocus flower C014 / 4280
Crocus flower. Close-up of the stigma of a Crocus sp. flower

Blitz in London -- Saffron Hill, WW2
Blitz in London -- men at work in Saffron Hill, City of London, 26 October 1940

Ixia crocata L. saffron coloured ixia
Watercolour on vellum by Sydney Parkinson (1745 - 1771). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

BRU ALBIсс, Jos頨19th century). Saffron Transport
BRU ALBIс с, Jos頨 19th century). Saffron Transport. s.XIX. Costumbrism. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Valencia. San Pio V Fine Arts Museum

BRU ALBIсс, Jos頨19th century). Saffron Trade
BRU ALBIс с, Jos頨 19th century). Saffron Trade. 1880. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Valencia. San Pio V Fine Arts Museum

BRU ALBIсс, Jos頨19th century). Saffron drying
BRU ALBIс с, Jos頨 19th century). Saffron drying. 1870s. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Valencia. San Pio V Fine Arts Museum

Bryce Canyon - Utah - Sunrise Point with a magical view of the spires and pinnacles in every shade of salmon, cream and saffron. Highlighted by evergreens growning down in the canyon

Autumn Crocus / Meadow Saffron - in flower, september, in old grassland
ROG-14137 Autumn Crocus / Meadow Saffron - in flower, september Romania Colchicum autumnale in old grassland in autumn Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Meadow Saffron - close-up of individual flower in a meadow - Wiltshire - England - UK
DK-355 Meadow Saffron - close-up of individual flower in a meadow Wiltshire - England - UK Colchicum autumnale David Kilbey contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Saffron, Spice Market, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Spice seller at a market. Tandoori, 4 spices, 5 perfumes, saffron, ... Collioure. Roussillon. France. Europe

Colchicum Autumnale
AUTUMN CROCUS. Colchicum Autumnale

Multiflorous striped Colchicum Autumnale
AUTUMN CROCUS. Multiflorous striped Colchicum Autumnale

BOTANY: SAFFRON. (Crocus sativus). Engraving after a painting by Pierre Joseph Redout

AUTUMN CROCUS. Colchicum Autumnale. Line engraving

Saffron Walden - Old Houses on Church Street
Saffron Walden, Essex - Old Houses on Church Street Date: circa 1910s

Saffron infusion. Saffron threads are the stigmas (female reproductive structure) of the saffron crocus. It is used in cooking as a seasoning and food colouring agent

Paella in a pan. This saffron-flavoured Spanish dish is made with varying combinations of rice, vegetables, meat, chicken and seafood

Saffron plant, 18th century

Saffron flowers and bulb. The flowers (pink) have grown from the bulb (bottom). Also seen are the roots and the leaves (green). The part of the plant most commonly used is the stigmas (red)

Saffron, SEM
Saffron, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Saffron is a spice derived from the dried stigmas (orange) of the saffron crocus flower (Crocus sativus)

AUTUMN CROCUS. Multiflorous lavender meadow saffron

Meadow Saffron or Autumn Crocus, Colchicum autumnale in flower in hay meadow, with leaves of Meadow Cranesbill. Romania
ROG-13429 Meadow Saffron or Autumn Crocus, in flower in hay meadow, with leaves of Meadow Cranesbill. Romania. Colchicum autumnale Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display

Bulbocodium Vernum (Spring Meadow Saffron), a beautiful but poisonous plant of the Colchicaceae family. The flowers have long pink and white petals

Saffron Cultivation
Cultivating saffron in the Middle East (Turkey, Iran etc)

Timbered Houses
Timbered and plastered houses which line the streets of Saffron Walden, Essex, England

England / Saffron Walden
Timbered and plastered houses which line the streets of Saffron Walden, Essex, England

London Italian Community
Italian immigrants in Saffron Hill, near Farringdon, London EC1

Unemployed Men
A group of unemployed Italian men, Saffron Hill, near Farringdon, London EC1

Italian Immigrant Man
A smartly-dressed Italian man, wearing a hat and overcoat with a fur collar, part of Londons Italian immigrant community, Saffron Hill, near Farringdon

Little Italian Girl
A little Italian girl in a white dress with lace trim, part of the Italian immigrant community living in the Saffron Hill area of London

London Italian Children
Poor Italian immigrants playing with a concertina, Saffron Hill, near Farringdon, London EC1

Italian Immigrants
Italian immigrant children playing with a concertina in the Saffron Hill area, near Farringdon, London EC1

Italian Woman
A young Italian woman wearing a dress with a paisley pattern, part of the immigrant Italian community in the Saffron Hill area, near Farringdon, London EC1

Autumn Crocus / Meadow Saffron - has medicinal properties & used in the treatment of Leukaemia & gout
USH-1298 Autumn Crocus / Meadow Saffron - has medicinal properties & used in the treatment of Leukaemia & gout. Colchicum autumnale Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display

Monks in saffron robes walk past a temple in Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Audley End House
A summer cricket match in front of Audley End House, near Saffron Walden, Essex, England. Erected 1603 to 1616 on the site of the former Benedictine abbey of Walden

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Saffron, a spice with a rich history and vibrant hue, has captivated cultures for centuries. Its origins can be traced back to Saffron Walden in 1909, where Madge Howard first introduced the town's name into literature. The enchanting town Walden continues to evoke images of beauty and charm. But saffron's story extends far beyond this quaint English town. In ancient times, the Minoans adorned their royal palace in Knossos, Crete with the mesmerizing Saffron-Gatherer Fresco during the 15th century BC. This artwork serves as a testament to saffron's enduring allure. Moving forward in time and place, Italians settled in London's Saffron Hill, bringing their love for saffron-infused cuisine to the bustling city streets. The tantalizing aroma of Italian dishes filled the air and left taste buds yearning for more. In nature's realm, spring crocus blooms across Norfolk every February, announcing the arrival season. These delicate flowers house Crocus sativus—the plant responsible for producing this precious spice that adds depth and flavor to culinary creations worldwide. Crocus sativa is not only cherished by chefs but also revered by herbalists who recognize its medicinal properties. From relieving stress to enhancing mood, it offers an array of health benefits that have been treasured throughout history. The image of Blitz-ravaged London brings forth memories of resilience amidst chaos—Saffron Hill stood strong even during World War II bombings. It symbolizes how something as small as a spice can bring comfort and hope during difficult times. Today, an assortment of spices fills our pantries; however, none quite compare to common saffron crocus—Crocus sativa—with its distinct aroma and unparalleled taste profile. This golden thread weaves itself through countless recipes around the globe, leaving a lasting impression on our palates.