Mistletoe Collection (#18)

Mistletoe Gathering 1927
A man gathering mistletoe gives a rather cheeky smile perhaps with the thought of its effect on those who stand under it! Date: 1927

Mistletoe (Viscum album)
Antique illustration of Mistletoe (Viscum album)

European mistletoe, common mistletoe (Viscum album)
Illustration of a European mistletoe, common mistletoe (Viscum album)

Covent Garden Christmas decorations and lights shaped like mistletoe in London

1871, aggression, anger, at home, barnard, pet, animal, domestic, kitten, mammal
The Half Hour Before Dinner; Barnard; Children; 1871; England, playing; fighting; interior; at home; party; near the fire place; fashion; room; cat; strict; doubt; punishment; anger; aggression;

The Mistletoe Seller, Christmas

Source Size = 3870 x 2900
Christmas Eve, Putting up the Mistletoe

Source Size = 3963 x 5708
Drawn by J. Gilbert, " bessy, " he Said, and he again Stopped her in the Narrow Path, Standing Immediately before on the Way, " you Remember all the Circumstances that Made US Part

December
BAL9885 December by Grasset, Eugene (1841-1917); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Illustration from Christmas Tree Fairy, pub. 1886
BAL8098 Illustration from Christmas Tree Fairy, pub. 1886 by Mack, Lizzie (nee Lawson) (1867-fl.1880-1902); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Christmas cards depicting various childrens activities, pub. by Leighton Bros
XND76081 Christmas cards depicting various childrens activities, pub. by Leighton Bros. 1882 (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Cutting the mistletoe, back cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre
XIR661379 Cutting the mistletoe, back cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 4th January 1914 (colour litho) by French School

Gathering Mistletoe, Drawn by Foster

Christmas in the Country, engraved by Inigo Barlow, 1791 (engraving)
XJF391503 Christmas in the Country, engraved by Inigo Barlow, 1791 (engraving) by Collings, Samuel (fl.1784-95) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inigo Barlow (fl.1790); ); English

Bringing in Christmas, front cover of the Illustrated Midland News, December 18th 1869
XJF391505 Bringing in Christmas, front cover of the Illustrated Midland News, December 18th 1869 (litho) by Eltze, Fritz (d.1870); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Velleda, before 1869 (oil on canvas)
XIR218975 Velleda, before 1869 (oil on canvas) by Voillemot, Charles (1823-93); 230x145 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rennes, France; French, out of copyright

Mr Fezziwigs Ball, from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens (1812-70) 1843
BAL14942 Mr Fezziwigs Ball, from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens (1812-70) 1843 (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

The Mistletoe Bough, Francis Wheatley, 1747-1801, British

Mistletoe -Viscum album- growing in Poplar Trees -Populus-, Dahmen, Mecklenburgische Seenplatte, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

Mistletoe -Viscum album- growing on a goat willow, pussy willow or great sallow tree -Salix caprea-, Lower Austria, Austria

BOTANY: MISTLETOE, 1542. Viscum Album. Woodcut

BOTANY: MISTLETOE. Viscum Album. Woodcut, 16th century

BOTANY: MISTLETOE, 1597. Viscum Album. Woodcut

NAST: CHRISTMAS, 1882. Christmas Flirtation. Engraving by Thomas Nast, 1882

A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Mr. Fezziwigs Ball. Etching by John Leech from the first edition of Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol, 1843

Christmas Holly
circa 1850: A carter delivering holly at Christmas time. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Christmas Mistletoe being pulled along atop a wooden frame
Delightful Chromolithograph Christmas greetings postcard by Ellen H. Clapsaddle depicting a large bunch of Christmas mistletoe, tied up with a red ribbon, being pulled along atop a wooden frame sled

Christmas Card from the 2nd Batt. Essex Regiment in Istanbul
Christmas Card from 1922 produced for soldiers of the Essex Regiment - nickname, " The Pompadours" - (motto: Montis insignia calpe ) (Badge of the Rock of Gibraltar), stationed at Istanbul

New Year Greetings 1911 / 1912 Wishing Wealth in year ahead
New Year Greetings Postcard wishing the recipient wealth and success in the year ahead. Sent from the model in this shot - Bell Dixon. Date: 1911

Madeleine, Paris, France - with Christmas Mistletoe
The Curch of La Madeleine, Paris, France - surrounded by Christmas Mistletoe Date: 1908

Christmas card in the shape of a balloon
Christmas card in the shape of a hot air balloon decorated with holly and mistletoe. Date: circa 1890s

Covent Garden launches Mistletoe Christmas decorations in London
First sight of the new Covent Garden Mistletoe Christmas Decorations in London as they are installed in the market. The hanging boughs of mistletoe make a nice change to the giant xmas tree baubles

New Covent Garden Mistletoe Christmas Decorations in London
First sight of the new Covent Garden Mistletoe Christmas Decorations in London as they are installed in the market. The hanging boughs of mistletoe make a nice change to the giant xmas tree baubles

Christmas at St Clements Danes School, Drury Lane. 1926 love couple romance romantic for valentines day be my valentine

Juniper Dwarf Mistletoe (Arceuthobium oxycedri) hemiparasite on juniper, Pontic Mountains, Anatolia, Turkey, July

Picture No. 10862866
Salmon gum (Eucalyptus salmonophloia) killed by mistletoe. Bank Rock, Western Australia Date:

Picture No. 10854831
Mistletoe - Germinating on host tree (Viscum album) Date:

Picture No. 10854830
Mistletoe - Invading host tree, Germinating. (Viscum album) Date:

Picture No. 10890376
Blue Palo Verde Tree - heavily infested with Desert Mistletoe (Phoradendron californicum) (Parkinsonia florida ) Date:

Picture No. 10890378
Blue Palo Verde Tree - heavily-infested with Desert Mistletoe (Phoradendron californicum) (Parkinsonia florida ) Date:

Picture No. 10889555
Southern Beeches and lichen - branches of dead Southern Beeches are covered with lichen and mistletoe parasites (Nothofagus sp.) Date:

Picture No. 10889554
Southern Beeches and lichen - branches of Southern Beeches are covered with lichen and mistletoe parasites (Nothofagus sp.) Date:

Picture No. 10889556
Southern Beeches and lichen - branches of Southern Beeches are covered with lichen and mistletoe parasites (Nothofagus sp.) Date:

Picture No. 10889553
Southern Beeches and lichen - branches of dead Southern Beeches are covered with lichen and mistletoe parasites (Nothofagus sp.) Date:

Picture No. 10886633
Mistletoe - in flower in late winter: male flowers in foreground (separate plant) - berry and female flowers behind (Viscum album) Date:

Picture No. 10883108
Quisco Cacti / Trichocereus chilensis / Cereus chilensis and mistletoe parasite (Tristerix aphyllus) - red flowering mistletoe parasites growing out of Quisco Cacti (Echinopsis chiloensis) Date:

Picture No. 10883100
Quisco Cactus / Trichocereus chilensis / Cereus chilensis and mistletoe parasite (Tristerix aphyllus) - red flowering mistletoe parasite growing out of a Quisco Cactus (Echinopsis chiloensis) Date:

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"Mistletoe: A Timeless Symbol of Festivity and Tradition" Step back in time to a Dickensian Party, where the air is filled with merriment and joy. In December 1896, Eugene Samuel Grasset created an enchanting scene that perfectly captures the essence of this magical plant. Transport yourself to Mr. Fezziwig's Ball, as illustrated by John Leech for Charles Dickens' beloved novel, "A Christmas Carol. " Amidst the dancing and laughter, mistletoe hangs above couples, inviting stolen kisses beneath its boughs. But mistletoe holds significance far beyond mere holiday revelry. Picture ancient Druids carrying bundles of sacred mistletoe during their rituals. These revered plants bear fruits and seeds that symbolize life's abundance and renewal. Imagine being among those Druids collecting mistletoe from mighty oaks in mystical forests. The power they believed it possessed was awe-inspiring – a connection between heaven and earth. Fast forward to more recent times when Badoit Discovered the refreshing taste of sparkling water infused with natural flavors like mistletoe. It became a delightful addition to festive gatherings, bringing joy to all who sipped it. Even our furry friends partake in the holiday cheer. Adorable Beagle puppies wearing Christmas hats slumber peacefully under sprigs while dreaming of treats yet to come. Delve into the botanical wonders surrounding this captivating plant - its delicate leaves contrasting against bold red berries create a visual feast for the eyes. Truly nature's masterpiece. Not only dogs but also Bulldogs find solace under these branches; two playful puppies frolic together as their proud parent looks on lovingly – a heartwarming sight indeed. And let us not forget about Doncella cigar advertisement from 1965 featuring cats enjoying an elegant dinner party amidst twinkling lights and beautifully adorned tables - surely even they appreciate the allure of mistletoe.