Basil Collection (#2)

Manjericos (basil), a popular gift during the Santo Antonio festivities in Alfama district. Lisbon, Portugal

Europe, Italy, Sicily. Typical sicilian antipasti - mixed starters

Europe, Italy, Naples. The true pizza margherita

Europe, Italy, Naples. A freshly baken, true pizza Margherita

Europe, Italy. Liguria. Preparing genovese pesto during a cooking course

Italy. Liguria. Genova district. Genova, Genoa. Pesto alla Genovese

Flag created with Italian pasta, basil, mozzarella and tomatoes. Lombardy. Italy. Europe

Pizza with mushrooms and bresaola. Lombardy. Italy. Europe

The power and beauty of spices
Saskia Dingemans

Colorful still-life with herbs. 3
Saskia Dingemans

Culinary herbs in vintage sepia
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Culinary herbs
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Basil II
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Basil I
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Basil vintage
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Cascade Rio De Janeiro, Basil

WW2 - Next Of Kin
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 children's story book, The Next Of Kin, written by Basil Bartlett. Date: 1944

WW2 - Home Guard Goings On
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 children's story book, Home Guard Goings On, written by Basil Boothroyd. The image portrays an older gentleman wielding a gun

Construction of the Queensway Mersey Tunnel
The Queensway tunnel is a road tunnel under the River Mersey, between Liverpool and Birkenhead. Construction began in 1925

Modernist House, Moor Park, Living Room
A photograph of a living room to a modernist house in Moor Park, Rickmansworth, designed in 1937 by architects Colin Anderson Lucas, Amyas Douglas Connell and Basil Robert Ward

Modernist House, Moor Park, Roof Terrace
A photograph of a roof terrace to a modernist house in Moor Park, Rickmansworth, designed in 1937 by architects Colin Anderson Lucas, Amyas Douglas Connell and Basil Robert Ward

Modernist House, Moor Park, Rickmansworth
A photograph of a modernist house from across a green in Moor Park, Rickmansworth, designed in 1937 by architects Colin Anderson Lucas, Amyas Douglas Connell and Basil Robert Ward

Modernist House, Redhill, Surrey
A pair of photographs showing different elevations of a modernist house in Redhill, Surrey, designed in 1936 by architects Colin Anderson Lucas, Amyas Douglas Connell and Basil Robert Ward

Modernist Houses, Ruislip
These photographs show various angles of modernist semi-detached houses at Ruislip, west London, designed in 1935 by architects Colin Anderson Lucas, Amyas Douglas Connell and Basil Robert Ward

Modernist House, Wentworth
A photograph of a modernist house situated at Wentworth, Surrey, designed in 1937 by architects Colin Anderson Lucas, Amyas Douglas Connell and Basil Robert Ward

Modernist House, Near Henfield
A photograph of a modernist house located near Henfield, Horsham. The building was designed in 1936, by architects Colin Anderson Lucas, Amyas Douglas Connell and Basil Robert Ward. Date: circa 1937

Society of Herbalists
Decorative scheme of the prmeises of The Society of Herbalists, Bruton Street, in Mayfair, London. This illustration is part of the Colour The Townscape campaign

Basil Rathbone diving
English actor Basil Rathbone (1892-1967), famous for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes, here caught mid-dive. Date: 1939

British actors at a microphone
British actors Greer Garson (1904-1996), Leslie Howard (1893-1943), Vivien Leigh (1913-1967), Brian Aherne (1902-1986), Ronald Coleman (1891-1958) and Basil Rathbone (1892-1967) in Hollywood

Time, the Kaiser's deadliest foe! Woe betide him if he gets behind the clock. The picture shows what awaits him there

Cardinal Basil Hume and Fenner Brockway
Cardinal Basil Hume (George Basil Hume, 1923-1999, standing), English Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church, Archbishop of Westminster from 1976, speaking at Central Hall, Westminster, London

Cheerful still-life with spices and herbs 5
Saskia Dingemans

Cheerful juicy still-life with spices 1
Saskia Dingemans

DDE-90035028
Russia, Moscow Oblast, Moscow, Red Square, Saint Basils Cathedral, morning Date: 05/01/2008

DDE-90035026
Russia, Moscow Oblast, Moscow, Red Square, Saint Basils Cathedral Date: 05/01/2008

DDE-90035022
Russia, Moscow Oblast, Moscow, Red Square, Saint Basils Cathedral and Kremlin Spasskaya Tower Date: 05/01/2008

John Keats: Isabella, Or, The Pot Of Basil (colour litho)
5993596 John Keats: Isabella, Or, The Pot Of Basil (colour litho) by Burleigh, Averil Mary (1883-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hung over her sweet Basil evermore)

Basil Marcus Jockey York Racecourse 22 August 2000 Date: 22 August 2000

Holy Basil, and Two Further Varieties of Basil, from Hortus Eystettensis
3284650 Holy Basil, and Two Further Varieties of Basil, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub. 1613 (hand-coloured engraving) by German School

St Basils Cathedral, Russian Orthodox church, Moscow
Vintage 19th century photograph: The Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed, commonly known as St Basils Cathedral, Russian Orthodox church, Red Square, Moscow, Russia

Gipsy Love by Basil Hood and Adrian Ross. First produced by George Edwardes at Dalys Theatre, London on 1 June 1912. Showing Harry Dearth, Sari Petrass and Robert Michaelis. Date: circa 1912

The Pearl Girl by Basil Hood; music by Howard Talbot and Hugo Felix. First produced at the Shaftesbury Theatre, London, 25 September 1913

Sketches of the musical comedy Peggy Ann at Dalys Theatre, London, 1927 with Dorothy Dickson, Maisie Gay, Basil Howes, Oliver McLennan and Elsie Randolph Date: 1927

Allegorical figure of Europe by Andrea Appiani
Allegorical figure of Europe seated on a throne in a purple robe with books, globe, palette, sceptre, lyre and owl. After a painting by Andrea Appiani.. L Europa come figurata dall Appiani

A portrait of the journalist and writer Basil Woon Date: 1930s

Norah Blaney and her fiance Basil Hughes, 1932
A famous stage favourite and her fiancÚ║áMiss Norah Blaney and Mr Basil Hughes. Date: 1932

Broome, the seat of Sir Basil Dixwell, from Thirty Six Different Views of Noblemen
STC170681 Broome, the seat of Sir Basil Dixwell, from Thirty Six Different Views of Noblemen and Gentlemens Seats, in the County of Kent, engraved by T

Basil, Ocimum basilicum, and whitetop or hoary cress, Lepidium draba. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

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"Basil: A Multifaceted Herb with a Rich History" Basil, not just a name associated with the famous detective Sherlock Holmes portrayed by Basil Rathbone, has many intriguing facets worth exploring. From its association with iconic landmarks like St. Basils Cathedral to its diverse uses in culinary and medicinal realms, basil leaves an indelible mark. Firstly, let's delve into the world of acting where Basil Rathbone mesmerized audiences as the legendary Sherlock Holmes. His portrayal brought this enigmatic character to life and forever cemented his place in cinematic history. Moving on from Hollywood to Russia, we encounter St. Basils Cathedral—a magnificent architectural marvel that stands tall in Moscow's Red Square. Its vibrant colors and intricate design make it an enduring symbol of Russian culture. Shifting gears to nature's bounty, we discover Ocimum sanctum or holy basil—an herb revered for its spiritual significance and healing properties in Ayurvedic medicine. This sacred plant holds immense cultural importance across South Asia. In the realm of cinema again, Anna May Wong captivated audiences with her performance in "The Circle of Chalk. " Her talent shone brightly alongside other stars while leaving an everlasting impact on Asian representation in Hollywood. Stepping back into history reveals Byzantine Emperor Basil II—known as the Bulgar-slayer—for his military prowess during the 10th century. His strategic brilliance earned him a fearsome reputation throughout Europe. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate how honey bees find solace amidst blooming basil flowers—a delightful sight captured through macro photography that showcases their delicate interaction within our ecosystem. Furthermore, basil finds itself among esteemed company such as catmint, catnip, ivy, hoarhound, calaminth, thyme—plants depicted beautifully in Victorian botanical illustrations showcasing their timeless allure. Art lovers can admire The Great Art created by talented individuals like Edward Duncan whose masterpiece depicts Black Joke engaging El Almirante—a Spanish Slave Brig—in a fierce battle, capturing the intensity of historical events.