Biscuit Collection (#8)

Advert for Elkington & Co Victorian items 1893
Selection of Victorian sterling silver household items; coffe and tea service with tea kettle, afternoon tea set, fruit dishes, biscuit box, salts bottles, claret jug, scent bottle, cigar case

Picture No. 11067372
Cat Brown Burmese kitten 4 months old. in biscuit tin. Date:

Huntley & Palmers Advertisement
Advertisement for Huntley and Palmers Biscuits (of Reading & London) - original lithograph poster printed by W H Smith. Date: circa 1898

Frost-bitten soldiers at Gallipoli WWI
Frost-bitten soldiers lying on straw in shelters constructed of biscuit boxes at a Stores Dump at Suvla after the frost at the end of November in Gallipoli during World War I

Poster advertising Huntley & Palmers biscuits, depicting an elegant 18th century lady in white muslin dress with matching pink hat and sash

City Meat Dog Biscuit Ad
A bulldog stands outside his kennel in an advertisement for City Meat dog biscuits

Gingerbread seller, Paris, 1931. Artist: Ernest Flammarion
Gingerbread seller, Paris, 1931. Illustration from the book Paris published by Ernest Flammarion, (1931)

French Foreign legionnaire, 1860, (20th century). French postcard

Arab pastry stalls in Cairo, Egypt. Date: circa 1908

Cadburys Happy Families - Mr Biscuit
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mr Biscuit the Baker. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Miss Biscuit
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Miss Biscuit the Bakers Daughter. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Master Cream
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Master Cream the Farmers Son. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Biscuit
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Biscuit the Bakers Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Master Biscuit
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Master Biscuit the Bakers Son. circa 1950

Nantes, France - bridge and biscuit factory
Nantes France - a bridge crossing the River Loire, showing the towers of the Lefevre-Utile biscuit factory. circa 1910s

Huntley & Palmers Girls leaving work - Reading, Berkshire Date: 1906

Florence Upton playing cards - Making Biscuits. circa 1900s

Greetings card in the shape of a dog biscuit
Greetings card in the shape of a square dog biscuit -- Rats 2U. Date: circa 1890s

Colourful gnomes on two Victorian Christmas scraps. Date: circa 1890s

ART XIX century. FRANCE. CEZANNE, Paul (Aix-en-Provence, 1839-Aix-en Provence, 1906). French Post-Impressionist painter. The buffet, 1873-1877. Museum of Fine Arts. Budapest. Hungary

Caricature of Sir Hardinge Giffard and John Charles Day
Caricature of Sir Hardinge Stanley Giffard, 1st Earl of Halsbury (later Lord Chancellor, 1823-1921) and John Charles Frederick Sigismund Day QC (1826-1908). Seen here having a drink and a biscuit

Cow & Gate Happy Family Game - Mr. Carr the Rusk Maker. 1928

Chinese Porcelain - 4
Chinese porcelain : seven specimens of Fonds bleus turquoise on biscuit. Date: 18th century ?

Chinese Porcelain - 1
Chinese porcelain : celadons and fonds verts on biscuit. Date: 18th century ?

Biscuit Making C1860
Biscuits are produced in many shapes and sizes. Date: circa 1860

Sunshine Bakers exhibit at Loose Wiles Biscuit Co exhibit at the New York Worlds Fair - " the cutest little midgets you ever saw and they put on a grand show" ! Date: 1939

General view, Manchester, New Hampshire, USA
General view of Manchester, New Hampshire, USA. circa 1905

Two owls watching mice on a Christmas card
Two owls watching mice eating apples and cheese on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

White bulldog puppy taken to Henley Regatta
A white bulldog puppy is taken to Henley Regatta, and sees an interesting-looking biscuit floating in the water. Date: 1905

Biscuit or cookie seller, Paris, early 19th century.. Handcolored copperplate engraving by Gatine after an illustration by Louis-Marie Lante from Tradeswomen of Paris, Paris, 1823

Small fold-out views of Reading, Berkshire
Reading, Berkshire: (from top) Caversham Bridge, The Huntley & Palmers Biscuit Works, The Ruins of Reading Abbey, The Majestic river cruiser leaving from the jetty at Caverham Bridge

General view of Wheeling, West Virginia, USA
General view (from the Hawley building) of Wheeling, West Virginia, USA. Date: 1915

Trade catalogue for savoury and biscuit moulds 1911
Trade catalogue for Harrords department store, showing a variety of designed moulds including crown, fish, butterfly and savoury and biscuit moulds. 1911

Fortune cookies

HARDING: LADDIE BOY, 1922. Laddie Boy, the pet dog of President Warren G. Harding, with a birthday cake at the White House. Photograph, 25 July 1922

Black and white illustration of fruit and nut cake, slices of cake, and biscuits

NEW MEXICO: DINNER, 1940. The Faro Caudill family eating dinner in their dugout in Pie Town, New Mexico. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1940

FAMILY DINING, 1939. A new rehabilitation family dining on biscuits, bread and cake in Coffee County, Alabama, 1939

Placing the dipped ware in the glazing oven, 1827 (engraving)
XJF862555 Placing the " dipped" ware in the " glazing" oven, 1827 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Vendors of fans and roscas, 1788 (oil on canvas)
XIR498132 Vendors of fans and roscas, 1788 (oil on canvas) by Bayeu y Subias, Ramon (1746-93); 147x187 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info)

Cook, Pastrycook, Caterer, Seller of roast meat, illustration from the Encyclopedia
XIR253042 Cook, Pastrycook, Caterer, Seller of roast meat, illustration from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot, 1751-72 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

The British Bull Dog Show, from St. Stephens Review Presentation Cartoon
XCF136728 The British Bull Dog Show, from St. Stephens Review Presentation Cartoon, 25 February 1888 (colour litho) by Merry, Tom (c.1852-1902); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Figure Group: The Flute Lesson (Le Fluteur) (one of a pair); Sevres Manufactory, French, active 1756 - present, Modelled under the direction of Etienne-Maurice Falconet, French, 1716 - 1791

Hand made chocolate chip cookies

Christmas cookies

Homemade Christmas cookies, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Letters forming the word diaet, German for diet made from Russian bread on a white plate

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"Biscuit: A Delightful Journey through Time and Taste" Indulge in the rich history of biscuits as we explore their fascinating origins and iconic advertisements. From the Huntley and Palmers Cocktail biscuit tin lid to the renowned Huntley and Palmers Works at Reading, these delectable treats have left an indelible mark on our taste buds. Transport yourself to Italy with Biscotti di Prato, also known as cantuccini, traditional almond biscuits that have stood the test of time. Their crunchy texture and irresistible flavor make them a beloved treat worldwide. Step into the world of art nouveau with Alphonse Mucha's enchanting lithograph advertisement for Biscuits Lefevre-Utile. The Flirt captures the elegance and allure associated with enjoying a biscuit from this esteemed French brand. Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with vintage advertising posters like Jack and Jill Biscuits, evoking feelings of warmth and familiarity. These timeless images remind us of simpler times when a biscuit could bring joy to any occasion. Witness incredible feats of balance as a Greyhound effortlessly balances a biscuit on its nose—a testament to both canine dexterity and our love for these delightful snacks. Discover Gray, Dunn & Co's mouthwatering biscuits from Glasgow—an advert that showcases their commitment to quality craftsmanship in every bite. Travel across Elgin Avenue in West London where countless moments have been shared over cups of tea accompanied by delicious biscuits. This bustling street has witnessed countless conversations filled with laughter, comforted by the presence of these simple yet satisfying treats. Even unexpected encounters can be found within biscuit lore—like an American advertisement for Rat Biscuit Company in 1922 promoting rat poison disguised as biscuits. An eerie reminder that not all things labeled "biscuits" are meant for consumption. Finally, let Carr & Co whisk you away on an unforgettable journey through flavorsome creations that have delighted taste buds for generations.