Gourd Collection (#3)

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

Gourd Vase, France, 1893-1900. Creator: Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat
Gourd Vase, France, 1893-1900

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

Gourd-Shaped Vessel, c. 500 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Gourd-Shaped Vessel, c. 500 B.C

Lime Container with Snake Skin Wrapping, A. D. 1000 / 1470. Creator: Unknown
Lime Container with Snake Skin Wrapping, A.D. 1000/1470

Incised Container for Lime with Monkey Stopper, A. D. 1000 / 1470. Creator: Unknown
Incised Container for Lime with Monkey Stopper, A.D. 1000/1470

Incised and Painted Container for Lime with Carved Stopper, A. D. 1000 / 1470
Incised and Painted Container for Lime with Carved Stopper, A.D. 1000/1470

Double Spout and Bridge Vessel in the Form of a Ridged Gourd, 650 / 150 B. C
Double Spout and Bridge Vessel in the Form of a Ridged Gourd, 650/150 B.C

Bowl with Incised and Painted Textile-Like Motifs, A. D. 1400 / 1500. Creator: Unknown
Bowl with Incised and Painted Textile-Like Motifs, A.D. 1400/1500

Fluted Vessel, Possibly in the Form of a Gourd, c. A. D. 200. Creator: Unknown
Fluted Vessel, Possibly in the Form of a Gourd, c. A.D. 200

Vessel in the Form of a Gourd, A. D. 1100 / 1470. Creator: Unknown
Vessel in the Form of a Gourd, A.D. 1100/1470

Vessel in the Form of a Squash with Parrot Supports, A. D. 1 / 200. Creator: Unknown
Vessel in the Form of a Squash with Parrot Supports, A.D. 1/200

Vessel in the Form of a Calabash, A. D. 1 / 200. Creator: Unknown
Vessel in the Form of a Calabash, A.D. 1/200

Bowl with Incised and Painted Textile-Like Motifs, 15th / 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Bowl with Incised and Painted Textile-Like Motifs, 15th/16th century

Miniature Gourd-Shaped Bottle in the Form of a Figure, A. D. 1450 / 1532. Creator: Unknown
Miniature Gourd-Shaped Bottle in the Form of a Figure, A.D. 1450/1532

Pioneer Salt Gourd, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Elbert S. Mowery
Pioneer Salt Gourd, 1935/1942

Gourd with Rattle Incised with Costumed Ritual Perfomer, 180 B. C. / A. D. 500
Gourd with Rattle Incised with Costumed Ritual Perfomer, 180 B.C./A.D. 500

Bowl Carved with Costumed Ritual Figure With Feline and Serpent Attributes, 180 B. C. / A. D
Bowl Carved with Costumed Ritual Figure With Feline and Serpent Attributes, 180 B.C./A.D. 500

Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of an Owl with a Gourd-Like Body, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500
Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of an Owl with a Gourd-Like Body, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Spout Vessel in the Form of a Gourd, A. D. 250 / 500. Creator: Unknown
Spout Vessel in the Form of a Gourd, A.D. 250/500

Cushion, China. Creator: Unknown
Cushion, China

Gourd Bottle, c. 1938. Creator: Sydney Roberts
Gourd Bottle, c. 1938

The Actor Matsumoto Koshiro IV on a Bullock in a Snowstorm, ca. 1790

Bead in the shape of a gourd, Goryeo period, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Bead in the shape of a gourd, Goryeo period, 12th-13th century

Ornament: gourd-shaped bottle, Goryeo period, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Ornament: gourd-shaped bottle, Goryeo period, 12th-13th century

John Milton, August 1, 1797. Creator: George Quinton
John Milton, August 1, 1797

The Drunken Silenus, (oil on canvas)
659369 The Drunken Silenus, (oil on canvas) by Coypel, Antoine (1661-1722); 99x81.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Drunken Silenus. Charles-Antoine Coypel (1694-1752). Oil on canvas

Madonna and Child, c. 1470 (tempera, oil, and gold on wood)
3493249 Madonna and Child, c.1470 (tempera, oil, and gold on wood) by Bellini, Giovanni (c.1430-1516); 54x40 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Famous Dried Gourd Shavings, 1834 (colour woodblock print)
1069180 Famous Dried Gourd Shavings, 1834 (colour woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858); Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; gift of Mr. and Mrs

Objects in the Scriptural Museum (engraving)
1097886 Objects in the Scriptural Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Objects in the Scriptural Museum)

St. James Major (tempera on oak panel)
ALM403425 St. James Major (tempera on oak panel) by Master of Mambrillas (fl. early 16th century); 83.3x52.7 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio

Early 1900s Hula Dancers and Musicians Performing in Hawaii, 1907 (screen print)
2630133 Early 1900s Hula Dancers and Musicians Performing in Hawaii, 1907 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Early 1900s hula dancers and musicians)

Young African Elephant Kiberenge being given a drink by Darisha while Syed Ali
2639480 Young African Elephant Kiberenge being given a drink by Darisha while Syed Ali looks on in the background, London Zoo, September 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond

Hunt meeting, plate 2, early 19th century (colour engraving)
REV287675 Hunt meeting, plate 2, early 19th century (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Gourd, 1772-1784 (hand-coloured engraving)
986071 Gourd, 1772-1784 (hand-coloured engraving) by Italian School, (18th century); 55.5x39 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Gourd. From Hortus Romanus, by Giorgio Bonelli (fl.1772-1793)

The Three Graces; Les Trois Graces, 1917 (oil on canvas)
652792 The Three Graces; Les Trois Graces, 1917 (oil on canvas) by Petitjean, Hippolyte (1854-1929); 73x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Three Graces; Les Trois Graces)

Madeleine in the Desert, c. 1874 (oil on canvas)
989601 Madeleine in the Desert, c.1874 (oil on canvas) by Henner, Jean-Jacques (1829-1905); 97x134.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madeleine in the Desert; Madeleine au Desert)

A Gleam of Sunlight, 1862 (oil on panel)
1249194 A Gleam of Sunlight, 1862 (oil on panel) by Lance, George (1802-64); 21.6x43.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Still life with fruit in a landscape, a hunting party beyond, 1859 (oil on canvas)
1249192 Still life with fruit in a landscape, a hunting party beyond, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Lance, George (1802-64); 50.8x101.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

The Washerwomen, 1906 (oil on canvas)
651307 The Washerwomen, 1906 (oil on canvas) by Monsted, Peder (1859-1941); 46.5x32.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Washerwomen. Peder Monsted (1859-1941). Oil on canvas

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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.