Melon Collection (#8)

Flowers and Fruits, 1865 (oil on canvas)
1767853 Flowers and Fruits, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); 55.9x68.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flowers and Fruits. Henri Fantin-Latour (1836-1904)

The Four Elements: Earth, 1569 (oil on canvas)
FIA5379000 The Four Elements: Earth, 1569 (oil on canvas) by Beuckelaer or Bueckelaer, Joachim (c.1530-73); 158A--215.4 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Nature morte de petit dejeuner - Breakfast still life, by Heem, Cornelis, de (1631-1695)
FIA5409628 Nature morte de petit dejeuner - Breakfast still life, by Heem, Cornelis, de (1631-1695). Oil on wood, 1660-1670. Dimension : 34x41 cm

Pomegranates, melons, grapes, peaches, figs and other fruits on a stone ledge
1764369 Pomegranates, melons, grapes, peaches, figs and other fruits on a stone ledge (oil on canvas) by Master of the Acquavella Still Life (fl.1610-30)

Melons, Peaches and Pineapple, (oil on canvas)
822675 Melons, Peaches and Pineapple, (oil on canvas) by Prentice, Levi Wells (1851-1935); 30.2x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Melons, Peaches and Pineapple. Levi Wells Prentice (1851-1935)

Bountiful Harvest, (oil on canvas)
823289 Bountiful Harvest, (oil on canvas) by Roesen, Severin (c.1820-72); 73.9x92 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bountiful Harvest. Severin Roesen (c.1820-72). Oil on canvas

The Snack; La Merenda, (oil on canvas)
823528 The Snack; La Merenda, (oil on canvas) by Irolli, Vicenzo (1860-1945); 49x90. cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Snack; La Merenda. Vincenzo Irolli (1860-1949). Oil on canvas

Pears on a plate, a melon, plums and a decorated mansies jar on a wooden ledge
907844 Pears on a plate, a melon, plums and a decorated mansies jar on a wooden ledge (oil on canvas) by Menendez or Melendez

Still life of Papaya, Watermelon and Cashew (oil on canvas)
MAE176554 Still life of Papaya, Watermelon and Cashew (oil on canvas) by Mota, Agostino Jose da (1821-78); Museu Nacional Belas Artes, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; ePaul Maeyaert; Brazilian

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1107619 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Colocynth, from Illustrations of Medical Botany: Consisting of coloured figures of
985671 Colocynth, from Illustrations of Medical Botany: Consisting of coloured figures of the plants affording the important articles of the Materia Medica. J.H

Four years passed
Eva Miliuniene

Melon
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Щедрый сентябрь
Tatyana Skorokhod

Smile
Dragan Lapcevic

Refreshing
Margareth Perfoncio

Still life with Grapes and Melon
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The Pumpkins and Fruit Basket
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Still life with flowers and fruit
Tatyana Skorokhod

Colour the Autumn
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Still Life with Melon
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Hymn for the weekend
Or Adar

Pumpkin and Melon
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Still Life with Watermelon and Grapes
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A Piece of Moon
Christophe Verot

Oriental Still Life-3
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Watermelon and melon
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Fruits
Lydia Jacobs

Flowers and Apples
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Not Every Child Is Equal
Yavuz Pancareken

Sweet Melon
Margareth Perfoncio

Still Life with Fruit and Flowers, 1824. Creator: Cornelius de Beet
Still Life with Fruit and Flowers, 1824

The Wealth of Autumn, 1869. Creator: Andrew John Henry Way
The Wealth of Autumn, 1869

Still Life with Fruit, 1852. Creator: Severin Roesen
Still Life with Fruit, 1852

Melon seller with donkey Cairo, Egypt. Date: 1980s

Bowl of Fruit, c. 1830. Creator: Unknown
Bowl of Fruit, c. 1830

Basket of Fruit, c. 1830. Creator: Unknown
Basket of Fruit, c. 1830

Still Life with Fruit and Carafe, c. 1610 / 1620. Creator: Pensionante del Saraceni
Still Life with Fruit and Carafe, c. 1610/1620

Melon and Lemon, c. 1900. Creator: Unknown
Melon and Lemon, c. 1900

Still Life with Fruit, Fish, and a Nest, c. 1675. Creator: Abraham Mignon
Still Life with Fruit, Fish, and a Nest, c. 1675

The Melon, c. 1880. Creator: Edouard Manet
The Melon, c. 1880

Still Life with Melon and Peaches, c. 1866. Creator: Edouard Manet
Still Life with Melon and Peaches, c. 1866

Taste, 18th century. Creator: Gabriel Huquier
Taste, 18th century

Fantastic Hairdresses with Fruit and Vegetable Motifs, 18th century. Creator: Anon
Fantastic Hairdresses with Fruit and Vegetable Motifs, 18th century

HARVESTING MELONS
Almost ripe - a young woman squeezes a melon inside a greenhouse. Date: 1950s

Shaikh Mahneh and the Villager, Folio 49r from a Mantiq al-tair (Language of the Birds), 1487

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Turkey, Aydin Province, Kusadasi, Fresh watermelon on sale at town produce market with fruit at centre cut open to reveal red flesh and seeds

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Turkey, Aydin Province, Kusadasi, Fresh watermelon on sale at town produce market with central fruit cut open to show red flesh and seeds

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Melons: A Visual Journey through Art, Culture, and History" Step into a world where melons take center stage as we embark on a captivating journey filled with art, culture, and history. From the masterpieces of Diego Velazquez to botanical illustrations from the 17th century, melons have left an indelible mark on various facets of human expression. In Diego Velazquez's "Old Woman Cooking Eggs, " painted in 1618, observe how a humble melon sits alongside other ingredients like quince, cabbage, and cucumber. The artist's attention to detail highlights the significance of this juicy fruit in daily life during that era. Zooming in closer to another masterpiece titled "Watermelon Slices close-up, " witness the vibrant colors and succulent textures that make watermelons so irresistible. This artwork captures not only their visual appeal but also evokes memories of summer days spent indulging in their refreshing sweetness. Delve deeper into cultural representations as we encounter a colored photograph depicting a black man enjoying a large watermelon. While controversial due to its historical context, it reminds us of how food can be intertwined with social dynamics throughout time. Moving away from paintings but still within the realm of artistry is Michele Pace del Campidoglio's "Still Life. " Here we find melons nestled among an assortment of fruits—each meticulously arranged to create an aesthetically pleasing composition that celebrates nature's bounty. Melon enthusiasts will delight in exploring Naples' bustling Melon Market—a hub for all things melon-related. Immerse yourself in its lively atmosphere as you discover different varieties and witness locals passionately discussing these delectable fruits. Travel back centuries with illuminated manuscripts showcasing medieval practices surrounding melon cultivation. In Tacuinum sanitatis' manuscript illumination from late 14th-century Northern Italy, witness farmers picking ripe melons—an invaluable glimpse into agricultural traditions of the past. Even in unexpected places, melons make an appearance.