Gourd Collection (#2)

Butterflies and day flying moths feed from Loofah flower (Luffa cylindrica) and pick up pollen on their legs, underside of thorax and antennae, South Sichuan Bamboo Sea, China

Frenchman with large gourd in a market in Montaigu-de-Quercy
Frenchman with a large gourd on a market stall in Montaigu-de-Quercy in the Tarn-et-Garonne department in the Occitanie region of southern France

Berkshire piglet in a basket among squashes in early autumn; Rhode Island, USA. October

Golden Retriever puppy, 6 weeks, amongst gourds, Illinois, USA

Armenia, Areni, wine gourds

Uruguay, Montevideo, Calabash Gourds with Bombillas(drinking straws) for drinking mate are sold on the streets of the city

Gourds
Cicek Kiral

Spotlight
Lydia Jacobs

Swan Gourds
Catherine W

In all things give thanks
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Marrows: from the "Album Benary" Tab. XV, (chromolitho)
BAL61708 Marrows: from the "Album Benary" Tab. XV, (chromolitho) by Severeyns, Guillaume (b.1830); Private Collection; (add.info.: litho by Guillaume Severeyns)

Vegetables and Fruit (oil on canvas)
XNT35203 Vegetables and Fruit (oil on canvas) by Valtat, Louis (1869-1952); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes, France; (add.info.: by Louis Valtat)

Bainbridge Island, Washington State, USA. Pumpkins Date: 24-10-2019

Yellow flowered bitter cucumber, Cucumis colocynthis
5856655 Yellow flowered bitter cucumber, Cucumis colocynthis by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Yellow flowered bitter cucumber or coloquintida)

Plate 24: The Lost Child of Atocha: From Portfolio "Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico"
Plate 24: The Lost Child of Atocha: From Portfolio " Spanish Colonial Designs of New Mexico", 1935/1942

Gourd in a box
Lotte Grønkjær

DDE-90034528
Market, Lisbon, Portugal Date: 07/04/2005

DDE-90028698
Austria, Wachau Valley, Melk. Historic downtown Melk, fall pumpkins & squash. Date: 18/01/2006

DDE-90028699
Austria, Wachau Valley, Melk. Historic downtown Melk, fall pumpkins & squash. Date: 18/01/2006

Tattooed warrior of Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands (Nukahiwa)
6338574 Tattooed warrior of Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands (Nukahiwa) by Pannemaker & Lisbet (19th century); (add.info.: Tattooed warrior of Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands (Nukahiwa)

Bainbridge Island, Washington State, USA. Pumpkins

Miniature pumpkins

Miniature pumpkins and gourds

Darwins large ground finch (Geospiza magnirostris) feeding on Wild cucumber (Momordica sp), Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, South America

Gourd-Shaped Snuff Bottle, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1740-1800. Creator: Unknown
Gourd-Shaped Snuff Bottle, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1740-1800

Gourd-Shaped Snuff Bottle with Trailing Vines and Flower Heads, Qing dynasty, 1740-1800
Gourd-Shaped Snuff Bottle with Trailing Vines and Flower Heads, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1740-1800

Gourd-Shaped Snuff Bottle with a Butterfly, Trailing Tendrils, and Fruit Branches, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1750-1800

Arita-ware Kakiemon Gourd Shaped Ewer, late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Arita-ware Kakiemon Gourd Shaped Ewer, late 17th century

Double-Gourd Vase with Incurved Loop Handles, Qing dynasty, Yongzheng period (1723-1735)
Double-Gourd Vase with Incurved Loop Handles, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng period (1723-1735)

Cherry Blossoms in Spring, from the series "Choicest Odes upon Flowers of the Four
Cherry Blossoms in Spring, from the series " Choicest Odes upon Flowers of the Four Seasons (Shuku awase, shiki no hana)", c. 1792

Snuff Bottle with Panels of Gourds, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1770-1850. Creator: Unknown
Snuff Bottle with Panels of Gourds, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1770-1850

Gourd-Shaped Double Snuff Bottle, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1780-1880. Creator: Unknown
Gourd-Shaped Double Snuff Bottle, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1780-1880

Gourd-Shaped Plaque with Dragon Rising from Waves, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong period (1736-1795)

Gourd-Shaped Snuff Bottle with Bats, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1800-1900

Gourd-Shaped Snuff Bottle with Trailing Vines and Gourds, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1780-1880

Melon-Shaped Jar with Butterflies, Gourds... Qing dynasty
Melon-Shaped Jar with Butterflies, Gourds, and Scrolling Vines, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Yongzheng (1723-35) or early Qianlong period (1736-95), 18th century

Small Double-Gourd Bottle, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). Creator: Unknown
Small Double-Gourd Bottle, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)

Small Double-Gourd Bottle, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279). Creator: Unknown
Small Double-Gourd Bottle, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)

Celadon-Glazed Double-Gourd Vase, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 18th / 19th century
Celadon-Glazed Double-Gourd Vase, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 18th/19th century

Lobed Gourd-Shaped Vase, Qing dynasty, Qianlong reign mark (1736-1795), c
Lobed Gourd-Shaped Vase, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong reign mark (1736-1795), c. 19th/20th century

Gourd-Shaped Vase with Encircling and Twisted... Ming dynasty or Qing dynasty
Gourd-Shaped Vase with Encircling and Twisted Rope, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty (1644-1911), c. late 17th/18th century

Onoe Kikugoro V as Ibara, About 1890. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Onoe Kikugoro V as Ibara, About 1890

Asahina Saburo, 1840. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Asahina Saburo, 1840

Gourd-Shaped Ewer with Twisted Handle, Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918-1392), mid-12th century

Yugao, from the series "Pictures of No Performances (Nogaku Zue)", 1898. Creator: Kogyo Tsukioka
Yugao, from the series "Pictures of No Performances (Nogaku Zue)", 1898

Gourd-Shaped Ewer with Lotus Flowers, Korea, Goryeo dynasty, late 12th / early 13th century
Gourd-Shaped Ewer with Lotus Flowers, Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918-1392), late 12th/early 13th century

Gourd-Shaped Blackware Jar with Modeled Monkey Handle, A. D. 1000 / 1450. Creator: Unknown
Gourd-Shaped Blackware Jar with Modeled Monkey Handle, A.D. 1000/1450. Peru, possibly Lambayeque or Inca-Chimu

Gourd-Shaped Blackware Jar with Standing Puma on Shoulder, 200 B. C. / A. D. 200
Gourd-Shaped Blackware Jar with Standing Puma on Shoulder, 200 B.C./A.D. 200. Salinar, Peru

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In the enchanting city of Ushuaia, Argentina, one can immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage that revolves around gourds. These typical calabash gourd cups are not just ordinary vessels; they hold a special place in Argentinean tradition as they are used for mate, also known as chimarrao or cimarron. Travel back in time to 1613 and explore Basilius Besler's Florilegium, a captivating engraving that showcases various members of the Cucurbitaceae family such as gourds, taro or dasheen, and pumpkins. This intricate artwork published in Nuremberg transports us to an era where botanical wonders were celebrated. Tomando Mate - Argentina captures the essence of Argentinean culture with locals indulging in this beloved beverage. The set of thirteen Apostles Spoons from 1626 adds a touch of elegance to any table setting while reminding us of historical craftsmanship. Venturing further across continents, we find ourselves amidst the carving gourds scene in Sokoto, Nigeria. Witnessing these skilled artisans transform simple gourds into stunning works of art is truly awe-inspiring. Meanwhile, Angola beckons with its vibrant Marimba Players who create mesmerizing melodies using traditional instruments made from gourds. Ulisse Aldrovandi's Squash engravings take us on a journey through time once again. Dating back to the 16th century, these plates showcase heirloom squash varieties that have stood the test of time and continue to captivate our taste buds today. St Jerome in his Study (1514) presents an intriguing glimpse into history through an engraving depicting St Jerome surrounded by books and artifacts including a staff and gourd—a testament to his pilgrim following along St James's Way. Lastly, let us not forget about nature's bounty as we encounter a purebred Berkshire piglet frolicking in the autumnal beauty of Smithfield, Rhode Island.