Biscuits Collection (#5)

Portrait of Sarah Bernhardt
BAL1475 Portrait of Sarah Bernhardt by Orazi, Manuel (1860-1934); Ferrers Gallery, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

Counting Her Change (oil on canvas)
Ma335995 Counting Her Change (oil on canvas) by Owen, William (1769-1825); 76.8x63.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright

Advertisement for James Pyles Pearline, c. 1880 (colour litho)
HGL396867 Advertisement for James Pyles Pearline, c.1880 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware

Under the Chestnut Tree, 1912 (pencil, bodycolour & w / c on paper laid on canvas)
CH419893 Under the Chestnut Tree, 1912 (pencil, bodycolour & w/c on paper laid on canvas) by Larsson, Carl (1853-1919); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Swedish, out of copyright

Russia, from a series of promotional cards for Lefevre-Utile (LU) biscuits
488576 Russia, from a series of promotional cards for Lefevre-Utile (LU) biscuits, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School

Promotional and educational Cards for children depicting Food Specialities of the Var
CHT218530 Promotional and educational Cards for children depicting Food Specialities of the Var and Bouches-du-Rhone regions, c.1910 (colour litho) by French School

Rats on Board Ship, a Midnight Fantasy (engraving)
1045761 Rats on Board Ship, a Midnight Fantasy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rats on Board Ship, a Midnight Fantasy)

Advertisement, Cakes (engraving)
1056356 Advertisement, Cakes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Cakes)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1039352 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Ask for Spratts Patent (chromolitho)
961287 Ask for Spratts Patent (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ask for Spratts Patent. Meat Fibrine Vegetable Dog Cakes with Beetroot)

Powdermilk Biscuits, 1930 (screen print)
2622274 Powdermilk Biscuits, 1930 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage illustration of powdermilk biscuits; screen print)

Happy Housewife Baking Biscuits in Her Oven, 1938 (screen print)
2622187 Happy Housewife Baking Biscuits in Her Oven, 1938 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Alexandra Palace - Advertisements on back on brochure (engraving)
559917 Alexandra Palace - Advertisements on back on brochure (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advertisement, Hovis (engraving)
1615111 Advertisement, Hovis (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Hovis. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 15 January 1898)

Biscuit-Making at Messers Peak, Frean, and Companys Factory (engraving)
1589416 Biscuit-Making at Messers Peak, Frean, and Companys Factory (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Biscuit-Making at Messers Peak, Frean)

The Eastern Question, stocking Public Buildings at Nisch with Biscuits (engraving)
1059456 The Eastern Question, stocking Public Buildings at Nisch with Biscuits (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Question)

With the China Squadron, "The Lost Cord"(engraving)
1046020 With the China Squadron, " The Lost Cord" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the China Squadron, " The Lost Cord")

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1107878 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Advertisement fot Huntley & Palmers bicsuits (colour litho)
3639537 Advertisement fot Huntley & Palmers bicsuits (colour litho) by Vincent, Rene (1871-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

The White Cockade, illustration for a menu, 1911 (colour litho)
3431725 The White Cockade, illustration for a menu, 1911 (colour litho) by MacDonald Mackintosh, Margaret (1865-1933); 21.2x31.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Her Majestys Ministry, a promotional card for Huntley & Palmers Biscuits, c
488422 Her Majestys Ministry, a promotional card for Huntley & Palmers Biscuits, c.1890 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Menu card. French (chromolitho)
729798 Menu card. French (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Menu card. French.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Promotional and educational card for children depicting food specialities of the Savoie
CHT218539 Promotional and educational card for children depicting food specialities of the Savoie Region, c.1910 (colour litho) by French School

The Happy Parents, Meissen, c. 1770 (porcelain)
BAL1326 The Happy Parents, Meissen, c.1770 (porcelain) by Acier, Michel-Victor (1736-95); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Costume for a Pastry Cook, pub. by Gerard Valck (1651 / 2-1726) c. 1690 (engraving)
STC101363 Costume for a Pastry Cook, pub. by Gerard Valck (1651/2-1726) c.1690 (engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Walter G. Wilson & Co. Crackers, 1876 (silver albumen print)
6342453 Walter G. Wilson & Co. Crackers, 1876 (silver albumen print) by Centennial Photographic Co. (fl.1876); 44x54 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Advertisement, Peek, Frean and Company (engraving)
1622616 Advertisement, Peek, Frean and Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Peek, Frean and Company)

Advertisement, Peek, Frean and Company (engraving)
1605657 Advertisement, Peek, Frean and Company (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Peek, Frean and Company)

Advertisement for Kennedys Vanilla Cream biscuits (chromolitho)
5235899 Advertisement for Kennedys Vanilla Cream biscuits (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Kennedys Vanilla Cream biscuits)

The banquet scene from Shakespeares The Taming of the Shrew (chromolitho)
972103 The banquet scene from Shakespeares The Taming of the Shrew (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Suitor bribing a child to help him (colour litho)
3096445 Suitor bribing a child to help him (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suitor bribing a child to help him)

To the Transvaal Gold-Fields via Natal, II (engraving)
1055369 To the Transvaal Gold-Fields via Natal, II (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the Transvaal Gold-Fields via Natal, II)

The Eastern Question (engraving)
1059409 The Eastern Question (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Question)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1039076 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Pa. German Springerle Board, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Fritz Boehmer
Pa. German Springerle Board, 1935/1942

Sweet Breakfast
Delphine Devos

Think Pink
Delphine Devos

Unreachable sweets
Tower of white coffee cups with a ladder, macaroons, splash and coffee drops on a dark background. Indulgence concept. Action food photography.. Dina Belenko

Raspberry chocolate crinkle cookies
Diana Popescu

4-Ingredient Breakfast Cookies
Diana Popescu

Afternoon Tea
Binbin L

Snowy Mooncake
Lydia Jacobs

Snowy Mooncake and Sunflower
Lydia Jacobs

Nottinghams women in war time - Ice cream saleswoman 15th June 1945

British Baking Exhibition Caxton Hall 23rd March 1961 Left to Right Mr W Millar from Kilmarnock and Mr J McMillan from Paisley seen here judging the shortbread in the Scottish section of the British

The interior of Huntley & Palmers factory, women packing cartons of Coronation Assorted biscuits. Reading, 2nd May 1937

Post World War Two - Second World War - A crowd gathers at the biscuit counter of the Fenwicks store in Newcastle following the abolition of points rationing announced by Mr Webb, Food Minister

Young office worker having a coffee break at work. 2nd November 1967

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"Biscuits: A Delicious Journey Through Time and Flavors" Step back in time to 1936 when McVitie's Digestive biscuits first graced our taste buds, becoming an iconic biscuit brand that still satisfies cravings today. Remember the elegant Huntley and Palmers Cocktail biscuit tin lid? It adorned many a tea table, showcasing the craftsmanship of these beloved biscuits. Speaking of Huntley & Palmers, their they have been a staple in British households for generations. From their classic varieties to Cadbury's delectable creations in the swinging 1960s UK, these treats brought joy with every bite. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves indulging in Biscotti di Prato (biscuits of Prato), also known as cantuccini. These traditional almond delights from Italy have stood the test of time and continue to delight dessert enthusiasts worldwide. Let us not forget about Desserts (1890), where biscuits played a crucial role in creating mouthwatering confections. Peek Freans took center stage during the groovy 1960s UK era, captivating hearts with their scrumptious offerings. Intriguingly enough, even our furry friends appreciate the allure of biscuits. Picture a Greyhound balancing a biscuit on its nose—a testament to both canine patience and universal love for this delightful treat. Traveling across Lemon Street in Truro, Cornwall during the early 1900s transports us back to simpler times when Huntley & Palmers reigned supreme. Their advertisements were seen far and wide, enticing everyone with promises of crispy goodness. Finally, let's raise our cups to Peek Frean & Co. 's Biscuits—another legendary name etched into biscuit history. Their commitment to quality has made them synonymous with satisfaction throughout countless decades.