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Bottling Collection (#8)

"Bottling: A Timeless Craft and Tradition" In the world of spirits, Haig Scotch whisky stands as a testament to the art of bottling

Background imageBottling Collection: Bottling and Champagne vault, Trade cards for a winery, c. 1876 (colour litho)

Bottling and Champagne vault, Trade cards for a winery, c. 1876 (colour litho)
695474 Bottling and Champagne vault, Trade cards for a winery, c.1876 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); New York Public Library, USA; American, out of copyright

Background imageBottling Collection: A young woman emerging from the steam of a soup tureen (photocollage)

A young woman emerging from the steam of a soup tureen (photocollage)
725008 A young woman emerging from the steam of a soup tureen (photocollage) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBottling Collection: Bob Sawyer, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c. 1890 (colour litho)

Bob Sawyer, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c. 1890 (colour litho)
LLM405123 Bob Sawyer, illustration from Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, c.1890 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBottling Collection: Thirty thousand people gathered in Alba from all over Piedmont for the Truffle Fair

Thirty thousand people gathered in Alba from all over Piedmont for the Truffle Fair and the Wine Exhibition
2783646 Thirty thousand people gathered in Alba from all over Piedmont for the Truffle Fair and the Wine Exhibition (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageBottling Collection: Speer s, Passaic, NJ, Mount Prospect Vineyards, Port, Wine, Grape (colour litho)

Speer s, Passaic, NJ, Mount Prospect Vineyards, Port, Wine, Grape (colour litho)
6032798 Speer s, Passaic, NJ, Mount Prospect Vineyards, Port, Wine, Grape (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Speer s, Passaic, NJ)

Background imageBottling Collection: Advertisement for Lashs Bitters stomach remedy and hangover cure (chromolitho)

Advertisement for Lashs Bitters stomach remedy and hangover cure (chromolitho)
6032731 Advertisement for Lashs Bitters stomach remedy and hangover cure (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBottling Collection: Bottle of Yorkshire Relish, produced and sold by Goodall, Backhouse & Co, Leeds (colour litho)

Bottle of Yorkshire Relish, produced and sold by Goodall, Backhouse & Co, Leeds (colour litho)
6032504 Bottle of Yorkshire Relish, produced and sold by Goodall, Backhouse & Co, Leeds (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bottle of Yorkshire Relish)

Background imageBottling Collection: The skeleton of Death grinds slow poison in the Quack Doctors shop

The skeleton of Death grinds slow poison in the Quack Doctors shop, as the quack pours a fatal remedy in a bottle
FLO4690467 The skeleton of Death grinds slow poison in the Quack Doctors shop, as the quack pours a fatal remedy in a bottle

Background imageBottling Collection: M Auriols Bottle Feat, at Vauxhall Gardens (engraving)

M Auriols Bottle Feat, at Vauxhall Gardens (engraving)
1618188 M Auriols Bottle Feat, at Vauxhall Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Auriols Bottle Feat, at Vauxhall Gardens)

Background imageBottling Collection: Ropes of Sand, by R E Francillon (engraving)

Ropes of Sand, by R E Francillon (engraving)
1622787 Ropes of Sand, by R E Francillon (engraving) by Ludlow, Henry (Hal) Stephen (b.1861, fl.1880-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ropes of Sand, by R E Francillon)

Background imageBottling Collection: Skeleton with crown, spear and hourglass seated on a globe above various lethal weapons, pistols

Skeleton with crown, spear and hourglass seated on a globe above various lethal weapons, pistols, knives
FLO4690104 Skeleton with crown, spear and hourglass seated on a globe above various lethal weapons, pistols, knives, poisons and drugs

Background imageBottling Collection: Ivan Radunsky and Felix Kortezi, Russian circus clown duo known as Bim-Bom, 1890s (b / w photo)

Ivan Radunsky and Felix Kortezi, Russian circus clown duo known as Bim-Bom, 1890s (b / w photo)
5232414 Ivan Radunsky and Felix Kortezi, Russian circus clown duo known as Bim-Bom, 1890s (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer

Background imageBottling Collection: Bottles (engraving)

Bottles (engraving)
5224555 Bottles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bottles. Illustration for The Sunday Picture Book No 2, Scripture Manners and Customs (SPCK)

Background imageBottling Collection: Shop front of Godfrey and Cooke, Chemists, Conduit Street, London (engraving)

Shop front of Godfrey and Cooke, Chemists, Conduit Street, London (engraving)
583715 Shop front of Godfrey and Cooke, Chemists, Conduit Street, London (engraving) by Whittock, Nathaniel (1791-1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shop front of Godfrey and Cooke, Chemists)

Background imageBottling Collection: Wine manufacture (b / w photo)

Wine manufacture (b / w photo)
6013425 Wine manufacture (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wine manufacture)

Background imageBottling Collection: Advertisement for Champions vinegar (chromolitho)

Advertisement for Champions vinegar (chromolitho)
6030821 Advertisement for Champions vinegar (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBottling Collection: Whiteleys Farms: One of the fruit bottling rooms (b / w photo)

Whiteleys Farms: One of the fruit bottling rooms (b / w photo)
6007039 Whiteleys Farms: One of the fruit bottling rooms (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of the fruit bottling rooms)

Background imageBottling Collection: Alcoholism: man adrift at sea surrounded by floating bottles wishing it was beer rather than water

Alcoholism: man adrift at sea surrounded by floating bottles wishing it was beer rather than water (chromolitho)
5995988 Alcoholism: man adrift at sea surrounded by floating bottles wishing it was beer rather than water (chromolitho) by English School

Background imageBottling Collection: Lunch time, polar bears at Carl Hagenbecks Wonder Zoo and Big Circus, Olympia, London (b / w photo)

Lunch time, polar bears at Carl Hagenbecks Wonder Zoo and Big Circus, Olympia, London (b / w photo)
5987101 Lunch time, polar bears at Carl Hagenbecks Wonder Zoo and Big Circus, Olympia, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lunch time)

Background imageBottling Collection: Still life with thistles (fresco)

Still life with thistles (fresco)
3574047 Still life with thistles (fresco) by Ferrari, Francesco (1634-1708); Villa Nani Mocenigo, Canda, Rovigo, Italy; (add.info.: On a wall of the Villa Nani Mocenigo in Canda Artist: Ferrari)

Background imageBottling Collection: Two Men in the Office

Two Men in the Office
3564847 Two Men in the Office by Heimbach, Wolfgang (c.1615-78); Galleria Borghese, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: One man is reading a letter to another in a red room, while in another room)

Background imageBottling Collection: The Carnival of 1871 (colour litho)

The Carnival of 1871 (colour litho)
3646221 The Carnival of 1871 (colour litho) by Faustin (Faustin Betbeder) (1847-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Carnival of 1871. French cartoon on the horrors of the Franco-Prussian War)

Background imageBottling Collection: Les Boucheurs et les Ficeleurs (engraving)

Les Boucheurs et les Ficeleurs (engraving)
3644585 Les Boucheurs et les Ficeleurs (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Boucheurs et les Ficeleurs. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1851)

Background imageBottling Collection: A frog carrying a tray with a glasses and a champagne bottle (colour litho)

A frog carrying a tray with a glasses and a champagne bottle (colour litho)
732058 A frog carrying a tray with a glasses and a champagne bottle (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A frog, dressed as a waiter in a red tailcoat)

Background imageBottling Collection: Essence of Friendship greetings card (chromolitho)

Essence of Friendship greetings card (chromolitho)
731634 Essence of Friendship greetings card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Essence of Friendship greetings card. Caption reads: To One I admire)

Background imageBottling Collection: Robins and Clown in the snow, Christmas Card (chromolitho)

Robins and Clown in the snow, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731238 Robins and Clown in the snow, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robins and Clown in the snow)

Background imageBottling Collection: Christmas Luncheon, Christmas Card (chromolitho)

Christmas Luncheon, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731209 Christmas Luncheon, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Luncheon)

Background imageBottling Collection: Lady Treating Catarrh (chromolitho)

Lady Treating Catarrh (chromolitho)
733428 Lady Treating Catarrh (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Treating Catarrh.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Background imageBottling Collection: Lady Smelling Roses (chromolitho)

Lady Smelling Roses (chromolitho)
732973 Lady Smelling Roses (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Smelling Roses.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Background imageBottling Collection: Toddlers Drinking Milk (chromolitho)

Toddlers Drinking Milk (chromolitho)
732928 Toddlers Drinking Milk (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Toddlers Drinking Milk.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Background imageBottling Collection: Santa holding plum pudding, Christmas Card (chromolitho)

Santa holding plum pudding, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731352 Santa holding plum pudding, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa holding plum pudding)

Background imageBottling Collection: Old Books and Wine Carafe, Christmas Card (chromolitho)

Old Books and Wine Carafe, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731322 Old Books and Wine Carafe, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Books and Wine Carafe)

Background imageBottling Collection: When you have used this bottle of Alcool de Menthe Ricqles, you will recognize that making an

When you have used this bottle of Alcool de Menthe Ricqles, you will recognize that making an exchange is advantageous
724780 When you have used this bottle of Alcool de Menthe Ricqles, you will recognize that making an exchange is advantageous (chromolitho) by French School

Background imageBottling Collection: See how you behave! (engraving)

See how you behave! (engraving)
729355 See how you behave! (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: See how you behave! - Picture by Gilbert. Engraving by R Brendamour)

Background imageBottling Collection: The House on the Hill (colour litho)

The House on the Hill (colour litho)
726950 The House on the Hill (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The House on the Hill, by Stanley J Weyman, illustrated by Seymour Lucas)

Background imageBottling Collection: Breakage of the aqueduct in Venice, people rush to get imported water from the wells

Breakage of the aqueduct in Venice, people rush to get imported water from the wells and fountains (colour litho)
2815460 Breakage of the aqueduct in Venice, people rush to get imported water from the wells and fountains (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageBottling Collection: The launch of the armored cruiser Pisa, at the Orlando shipyard in Livorno

The launch of the armored cruiser Pisa, at the Orlando shipyard in Livorno, the ceremony of the baptism (colour litho)
2815048 The launch of the armored cruiser Pisa, at the Orlando shipyard in Livorno, the ceremony of the baptism (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageBottling Collection: 'Papa has a headache'(chromolitho)

"Papa has a headache"(chromolitho)
3105582 " Papa has a headache" (chromolitho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Papa has a headache")

Background imageBottling Collection: Advertisement for Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil (chromolitho)

Advertisement for Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil (chromolitho)
3105401 Advertisement for Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBottling Collection: The poison of the Freemasons (engraving)

The poison of the Freemasons (engraving)
3100797 The poison of the Freemasons (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The poison of the freemasons)

Background imageBottling Collection: Amidi Neuporte, the great Dutch equilibrists bottle feat, at Astleys (engraving)

Amidi Neuporte, the great Dutch equilibrists bottle feat, at Astleys (engraving)
583319 Amidi Neuporte, the great Dutch equilibrists bottle feat, at Astleys (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amidi Neuporte)

Background imageBottling Collection: The bottle is brought out for the first time (engraving)

The bottle is brought out for the first time (engraving)
587544 The bottle is brought out for the first time (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bottle is brought out for the first time)

Background imageBottling Collection: Antwerp International Exposition 1894 (engraving)

Antwerp International Exposition 1894 (engraving)
1107593 Antwerp International Exposition 1894 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antwerp International Exposition 1894)

Background imageBottling Collection: He jumped onto the table, breaking glasses, plates and bottles (colour litho)

He jumped onto the table, breaking glasses, plates and bottles (colour litho)
976003 He jumped onto the table, breaking glasses, plates and bottles (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: He jumped onto the table, breaking glasses)

Background imageBottling Collection: A 'Six Bells'Drink, a Thirsty Officers Brilliant Idea and what came of it (engraving)

A "Six Bells"Drink, a Thirsty Officers Brilliant Idea and what came of it (engraving)
1056693 A " Six Bells" Drink, a Thirsty Officers Brilliant Idea and what came of it (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBottling Collection: A Deck Game and its Results (litho)

A Deck Game and its Results (litho)
1039118 A Deck Game and its Results (litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Deck Game and its Results)

Background imageBottling Collection: I don t call that play (engraving)

I don t call that play (engraving)
961436 I don t call that play (engraving) by Grutzner, Eduard von (1846-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: I don t call that play)

Background imageBottling Collection: Caught in the Act (engraving)

Caught in the Act (engraving)
961435 Caught in the Act (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caught in the Act. Engraving after an original painting by J Mante)




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"Bottling: A Timeless Craft and Tradition" In the world of spirits, Haig Scotch whisky stands as a testament to the art of bottling. This Christmas advertisement showcases the rich amber liquid being carefully poured into exquisite glass bottles, ready to be enjoyed during festive celebrations. Moving back in time, we encounter an enchanting engraving depicting a set of thirteen Apostles Spoons from 1626. These delicate spoons were likely used for stirring drinks or serving guests, reminding us that even centuries ago, bottling played a role in enhancing our drinking experiences. The Stocksbridge Mineral Water and Bottling Company Ltd. , located on Victoria Street, proudly advertises their refreshing mineral water. With pristine springs as their source, this company ensures that each bottle is filled with pure refreshment. Journeying to Montrichard brings us to Caves de J M Monmousseau—a place where wine lovers can witness the magic firsthand. Here, generations have perfected the process of capturing the essence of grapes within each bottle. Schweppes Sparkling Malvern takes us further along our exploration. This enchanting engraving depicts sparkling water bottled at its very source—Malvern Springs. The image evokes images of purity and freshness captured within every bubble-filled sip. A vibrant photograph captures a girl holding a champagne bottle—an embodiment of celebration and joyous occasions shared with loved ones. The fizzing bubbles escaping from the bottle symbolize moments waiting to be cherished forever. At Mumm's Champagne House, skilled artisans meticulously carry out the timeless tradition effervescent elixirs fit for royalty. Each cork popped signifies another milestone reached or victory celebrated throughout history. Venturing eastward towards Russia reveals vodka manufacture at its finest—the pinnacle moment when distilled perfection is sealed within elegant bottles awaiting eager enthusiasts worldwide. Paris Exhibition of 1889 witnessed filtering and bottling Botot water—a spectacle showcasing the innovation and progress of the era.