Hazel Nuts Collection

Still Life with Hazel-nuts, 1696 (oil on paper)
1217486 Still Life with Hazel-nuts, 1696 (oil on paper) by Coorte, Adrian (c.1660-1707); 16.5x20 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Hazelnuts

Hazel nuts on a hazel tree (Corylus avellana). Hazel nuts grow from bracts (green, spiky) in bunches of between one and four. The nuts ripen in September and October. Photographed in August

Croccante, a nut crisp sweet typical of many areas of Italy, made from sugar and almonds, hazelnuts or walnuts. Italian gastronomy, Italy, Europe

Sponge, nuts and fig Sellers - turkey
Itinerant street vendors of Sponges, Figs and Nuts in Constantinople, Turkey

Cobnuts, Filberts
Kentish Cobnuts Filberts These are both cultivated varieties of the Hazel-nut

Filberts / Cries of London
A woman weighs out a quantity of fine filberts (hazelnuts) from her wheelbarrow

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"Still Life with Hazel-nuts: A Glimpse into the Beauty of Nature's Bounty" In 1696, an artist captured the essence in a mesmerizing oil painting titled "Still Life with Hazel-nuts. " The intricate details and vibrant colors showcased the allure of these small wonders. Little did they know that centuries later, hazelnuts would continue to captivate both humans and wildlife alike. March in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland witnessed a delightful scene - an adult Eurasian Red Squirrel indulging in the irresistible taste of hazelnuts at a feeder. With its nimble paws and sharp teeth, it skillfully cracked open each nut to savor its rich flavor. This charming creature found solace amidst moss-covered branches in North Yorkshire's pine wood during another March day, relishing every bite while perched on nature's own throne. Hazelnuts have long been cherished for their versatility and delectable taste. Whether enjoyed as a snack or incorporated into various culinary creations, their unique crunch adds depth to any dish. From Italy's croccante - a sweet treat made from sugar and almonds - to Turkey's sponge cake adorned with nuts and figs, hazelnuts have become an integral part of diverse cuisines worldwide. The cries of London once echoed through bustling streets as vendors proudly proclaimed their offerings: cobnuts and filberts. These names synonymous with they were music to the ears of passersby seeking nature's bounty packed within those tiny shells. As we celebrate this humble yet extraordinary nut, let us appreciate its role not only as sustenance but also as inspiration for artists throughout history. From still life paintings capturing their beauty to photographers freezing moments shared between squirrels and hazelnut feasts – these glimpses remind us that even something seemingly ordinary can hold immense significance when observed closely.