Eating Habits Collection

"Japan" album: Young Japanese women eat rice during lunch Japan. Date of Photograph:1866-1890

Detail of the frescoes in the Tomb of the Leopards, in the necropolis of Tarquinia
3572363 Detail of the frescoes in the Tomb of the Leopards, in the necropolis of Tarquinia; (add.info.: Tarquinia 1900 ca. Date of Artwork: V sec. a. C)

Lunch in the garden of a Veronese villa
3571299 Lunch in the garden of a Veronese villa by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Verona 1907 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

English group photographed in front of his villa in China while playing and drinking
3561811 English group photographed in front of his villa in China while playing and drinking by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: China 1890-1900 Photographer)

Three people eating an Arabian meal
3566939 Three people eating an Arabian meal; (add.info.: Saudi Arabia, Asia 1880 - 1890 ca. Photographer: Lekegian, G. & C); Alinari Archives, Florence

A couple at the table
3562137 A couple at the table by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Trieste 1942 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Public advertisement photograph for the launching of the new Fiat 500 in "poor" Italy at the begining of
3574604 Public advertisement photograph for the launching of the new Fiat 500 in "poor" Italy at the begining of the economic boom by Unknown photographer

Arab family shown eating supper. The members of the small group are seated on the ground around a rudimentary table
3572305 Arab family shown eating supper. The members of the small group are seated on the ground around a rudimentary table on which is a large tray full of dishes

Portrait of a young Chinese man eating rice
3568854 Portrait of a young Chinese man eating rice; (add.info.: Shanghai, China 1900 ca. Photographer: Nossler, Max & Co); Alinari Archives, Florence

Full-length portrait of a small child, nude and seated on a watermelon, eating a slice of melon
3561446 Full-length portrait of a small child, nude and seated on a watermelon, eating a slice of melon; (add.info.: Italy 1890 - 1900 ca)

The miners mess in the City Deep mine, Johannesburg
3563445 The miners mess in the City Deep mine, Johannesburg by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Johannesburg, City Deep, South Africa 1920 - 1940 ca)

Naples. Watermelon sellers
3568511 Naples. Watermelon sellers.; (add.info.: Naples 1865 ca. Photographer: Conrad, Giorgio); Alinari Archives, Florence

An inn (Bratwurstglocklein) in Nuremberg
3570351 An inn (Bratwurstglocklein) in Nuremberg by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Nuremberg, Germany 1880-1890 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Arab family photographed during dinner. The members of the small nucleus are seated on the ground around a rudimentary table on which is placed a tray filled with dishes of food Egypt

Plate and wooden basket with roasted chestnuts Italy. Date of Photograph:1970 - 1980

Lunch after the hunt in Bolgheri Castagneto Carducci Bolgheri. Date of Photograph:09-10/1929

A boy eating an icecream Bologna. Date of Photograph:1955 ca

White porcelain platter with cooked asparagus. On the sides are a fork and a spoon made of transparent material. Italy. Date of Photograph:1970 - 1980

Caf "Le Giubbe Rosse" in Piazza della Repubblica in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Group of men photographed in the belly of the horse of the equestrian monument of Vittorio Emanuele II for the Altar of the Homeland in Rome Rome. Date of Photograph:1909

Outdoor dining on the West Lake in Hangzhou China Hangzhou. Date of Photograph:26/04/1992

A little girl having a snack in a courtyard Lazio. Date of Photograph:1930 ca

Publicity of the CGE (Compagnia generale di elettricit-Milano), illustration taken from the magazine "L'Illustrazione Italiana" of september 1954

The After-work Activities Centre of the War Ministry of Bologna, trip to Trieste, June 21, 1930
3562238 The After-work Activities Centre of the War Ministry of Bologna, trip to Trieste, June 21, 1930 by Unknown photographer

Fountain at Piano d'Arta
3562197 Fountain at Piano d'Arta by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Arta Terme 1956 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Group of young people photographed during a toast Europe. Date of Photograph:1915-1925

Lunch in a Swiss restaurant Switzerland. Date of Photograph:24/06/1910

A family of Argentinian Indians united around the fire for lunch Argentina. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Childs at the table eat the pasta Rome. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

Little girl aboard the ship Kedmah that, after the war, led the Jewish population from Europe to Palestine Genoa. Date of Photograph:1948

Group portrait during a picnic in Balmoral Great Britain Scotland, Balmoral. Date of Photograph:15/09/1886

Toast among young men Germany Insterburg. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

First World War: officers mess inside a quarry on the Isonzo front, Photography of the Austro-Hungarian Empire Friuli Venetia Julia. Date of Photograph:01/09/1917

A couple in the kitchen during breakfast Italy. Date of Photograph:1930-1940

The American sculptor Moses Jacob Ezekiel (1844 -1917) to dinner with friends Rome. Date of Photograph:28/10/1904

Portrait of Gabriele D'Annunzio; the photograph was taken after the occupation of Fiume. Croatia Fiume (Rijeka). Date of Photograph:12/09/1919 - 12/11/1920

A group of men photographed during a picnic in Fiumata, Rieti Rieti Fiumata. Date of Photograph:1910-1920

Gabriele D'Annunzio taking part in a banquet of hounour, held during the occupation of Fiume by part of his Italian legionary troops. Croatia Fiume (Rijeka). Date of Photograph:25/03/1919

Athletes of the Legion at table Italy. Date of Photograph:1920-1925

Dinner at the restaurant Italy. Date of Photograph:1940 ca

Dinner in the garden. Date of Photograph:1930 ca

At the Sgurgola festival, in Ciociaria Sgurgola. Date of Photograph:03/09/1937

Banquet campaign: table with bottles of wine, Rome Rome. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

Children to a boarding school religious Palermo. Date of Photograph:1900-1910

Portrait of a young Chinese man eating rice China Shanghai. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Somalian women having tea Africa. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1930 ca

Young japanese women during the tea ceremony Japan. Date of Photograph:1870-1880

Group of people on a picnic in the woods. The photo was taken on the occasion of the party given by the viceroy and by Lady Landsdowne, 23 September 1893

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"Eating Habits: A Culinary Journey Across Cultures and Time" From the little people of Rangiroa, who find joy in devouring meat and bread boxes while relying on fish and coconuts for sustenance, to the traditional cuisine of Tahaa and Bora Bora in the Leeward Islands, where the preparation of Tamara delights taste buds with its authentic flavors. In Bihar, a land plagued by an eternal thirst, locals quench their cravings with unique delicacies that reflect their resilience amidst adversity. Meanwhile, in Madurai, a watering buffalo's herd serves as a picturesque backdrop to workers indulging in a well-deserved lunch break at Diary Invernizzi. "The day of the Palio" brings together communities celebrating through feasts fit for kings. As friends gather around tables adorned with sumptuous dishes reminiscent of opulent banquets depicted by Paolo Veronese's drawings preserved in Uffizi Gallery. Postcards sent by our author capture intimate moments like "Man's Friend, " where companionship is shared over meals between Vincenzo Balocchi and his loved ones. Similarly, fishermen enjoy their midday reprieve while savoring fresh catches from bountiful waters. Underneath Florence's Loggia dei Lanzi, old women gather for communal dining - a testament to friendship enduring through time. And within trattorias across Italy lies portraits like "At the Trattoria, " capturing elderly men immersed in culinary pleasures that have shaped their lives. Gerard Terborch's painting depicts a woman drinking - her expression revealing both satisfaction and contemplation as she relishes her beverage at Uffizi Gallery. Finally, Veronese’s banquet scene showcases people coming together around lavishly prepared tables; reminding us that food not only nourishes our bodies but also fosters connection among diverse souls throughout history. These glimpses into various eating habits serve as reminders that beyond sustenance, food unites us in a shared human experience.