Gourd Collection (#7)

A Kwego woman grinds sorghum flour at the entrance to her hut. The Kwego are a Nilotic tribe of semi-nomadic pastoralists who live along the banks of the Omo River in south-western Ethiopia

A Hamar woman in the village square of Dimeka. Married women wear two heavy steel necklaces. This woman wears an extra necklace with steel a steel phallic symbol which identifies her as a first wife

The calabash baby, Dodoma to Mongalla, East Africa, 1925 (1927). Artist: Thomas A Glover
The calabash baby, Dodoma to Mongalla, East Africa, 1925 (1927). A print from Cape to Cairo, by Stella Court Treatt, George G Harrap & Company Ltd, 1927

The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, 16th century. Artist: Bernaert van Orley
The Rest on the Flight into Egypt, 16th century

Hawaiian Man Wearing a Gourd Mask, 18th century. Artist: John Webber
Hawaiian Man Wearing a Gourd Mask, 18th century

Double canoe with oarsmen, Hawaii, 18th century. Artist: John Webber
Double canoe with oarsmen, Hawaii, 18th century. The men are wearing gourd masks. The passenger is holding an idol

The Buffoon Calabacillas, 1635-1639, by Diego Velazquez
Diego Velazquez (1599-1660). Spanish painter. The Buffoon Calabacillas, 1635-1639. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain

Moroccan water carrier with containers and bell
Moroccan water carrier in a street with containers and bell. Date: circa 1930

Gourd in fabric and wallpaper patterns.. Lithograph by Schlumberger with pochoir (stencil) handcoloring from Eugene Grassets Plants and their Application to Ornament, Paris, 1897

Gourd in wallpaper, stained glass and fabric patterns.. Lithograph by Verneuil with pochoir (stencil) handcoloring from Eugene Grassets Plants and their Application to Ornament, Paris, 1897

Botanical illustration of the gourd.. Lithograph by Verneuil with pochoir (stencil) handcoloring from Eugene Grassets Plants and their Application to Ornament, Paris, 1897

Regional African music
Native African musician playing a musical instrument, composed of a bow and a hollow gourd. Date: 1868

Cucurbitaceae - Gourd
Cucurbitaceae: the gourd tribe. Source: Illustrations of the natural orders of plants with groups and descriptions by Twining, Elizabeth, 1805-1889

Magondi music used by snake charmers
A magondi, an Indian musical wind instrument similar to a bagpipe, made from the outer coating of a gourd. Shown here in use by snake charmers

old ragged man gourd hip walking staff series
Artokoloro

Old Beggar Woman Gourd ca 1629 Etching second state
Artokoloro

Fall Garden display: Mums in wooden bucket, pumpkins, gourds, lantana & welcome
Fall Garden display, Mums in wooden bucket, pumpkins, gourds, lantana and welcome fall sign Marion County, Illinois

A poster featuring produce grown in the state of Connecticut and put up for sale at the Coventry Open Air Market

California fruit stand Autumn harvest. Ornamental Winged gourds

Asia, Turkey, Bursa, Cumalikizik village. Cumalikizik is significant site of many Ottoman-period
Turkey, Bursa, Cumalikizik village. Cumalikizik is significant site of many Ottoman-period buildings in a very good state of preservation. Calabash Gourds and farming implements handing on stone wall

Asia, Turkey, Bursa. The 700-year-old village of Cumalikizik is significant site of
Turkey, Bursa. The 700-year-old village of Cumalikizik is significant site of many Ottoman-period buildings in a very good state of preservation

Africa, Namibia, Opuwo. Gourds under food storage hut. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Part of Priams treasure, found by Heinrich Schliemann
Illustration of a Part of Priams treasure, found by Heinrich Schliemann

Gourd cucumber melon illustration 1851
The Natural History of the Sacred Scriptures, and Guide to General Zoology By W.I. Bicknell London and New York - John Tallis and Company 1851

Allegory of Abundance (oil on panel) (for detail see 124327)
BAL93444 Allegory of Abundance (oil on panel) (for detail see 124327) by Brueghel, Jan the Younger (1601-78); 53x72 cm; Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Flemish, out of copyright

Prairial (May / June), ninth month of the Republican Calendar, engraved by Tresca, c
XIR82279 Prairial (May/June), ninth month of the Republican Calendar, engraved by Tresca, c.1794 (coloured engraving) by Lafitte, Louis (1770-1828) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Melancolia, 1560 (engraving)
XJF465172 Melancolia, 1560 (engraving) by Brun, Franz Isaac (c.1535-c.1610/20); 7.1 x 4.7 cm; Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Verandah with twisted vines, 1828 (oil on canvas)
BAL40903 Verandah with twisted vines, 1828 (oil on canvas) by Shchedrin, Silvestr Fedosievich (1791-1830); 42.5x60.8 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

The Indian Hunter and Fisherman, 1741 (oil on canvas)
XIR39316 The Indian Hunter and Fisherman, 1741 (oil on canvas) by Desportes, Alexandre-Francois (1661-1743); 372x400 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Marseille, France; French, out of copyright

Still Life with Fruits
BAL37959 Still Life with Fruits by Es, Jacob Foppens van (c.1596-1666); Rafael Valls Gallery, London, UK; Dutch, out of copyright

An Offering to Ceres, Goddess of the Harvest
XJL36919 An Offering to Ceres, Goddess of the Harvest by Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Flemish, out of copyright

An Allegory of Summer
BAL35658 An Allegory of Summer by Valckenborch, Lucas van (c.1535-97); Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Dutch, out of copyright

August, 1595-1600
XAM65677 August, 1595-1600 by Bassano, Leandro da Ponte (1557-1622); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Italian, out of copyright

The Meal (The Bananas), 1891 (oil on canvas)
XIR29632 The Meal (The Bananas), 1891 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 73x92 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Le Repas ou Les Bananes; ); French, out of copyright

Still life with Christmas Food
BAL34805 Still life with Christmas Food by Best, Mary Ellen (1809-91); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Crowing rooster with chickens in a coop, print maker: Jan Gerard Smits, 1872

The Expulsion of Hagar and Ishmael, c. 1644 (oil on canvas)
BAL128342 The Expulsion of Hagar and Ishmael, c.1644 (oil on canvas) by Victors (Victoors), Jan (1620-76); 99x125 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Indian Woman and Young Girl, engraved by Theodor de Bry (1528-1598) (engraving)
BAL110120 Indian Woman and Young Girl, engraved by Theodor de Bry (1528-1598) (engraving) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Indians round a Fire (colour litho)
BAL109957 Indians round a Fire (colour litho) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); 21.8x20.2 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Autumn, 1731 (oil on canvas)
BAL210872 Autumn, 1731 (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 72x72 cm; Private Collection; Courtesy of Thomas Brod and Patrick Pilkington; French, out of copyright

Fruits and Flowers (oil)
XIR175088 Fruits and Flowers (oil) by Os, Jan van (1744-1808); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans, France; Dutch, out of copyright

Tennessee, Gatlinburg, Halloween decorations

New York City, NY, USA. Fall at the Botanical Gardens

America, Jack Be Little, Massachusetts, New England, Tihonet Village, USA, Wareham, autumn, box, close-up, closeup, cranberry, day, daylight, daytime, fall, for sale, gourd, harvest, horizontal

North Africa, Morocco, Fes. Vegetables of Fes souk

Various ornamental pumpkins (Cucurbita)

Ornamental pumpkins (Cucurbita)

Pyramid of pumpkins

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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.