Mulberry Collection (#4)

White Mulberry Morus alba with ripe berries. Food of silkworm moths. Greece
ROG-13531 White Mulberry Morus alba with ripe berries Greece Arum idaeum Food of silkworm moths. Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Feeding silk worms

Shakespeare statuette
A Shakespeare statuette made of mulberry wood, 15 inches high, believed to be early 17th century. It was on sale at Sotheby s, 14 July (year unknown), and was the property of Hugh Blaker (1873-1936)

Hogarths House, Chiswick, London, 1874
Engraving showing a number of scenes at Hogarths House, Chiswick, London, 1874. The views shown are (clockwise from bottom right): the Mulberry Tree; the Staircase; one of the rooms

Mulberry Caisson under construction; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing a steel and concrete Mulberry caisson under construction on the South Coast of Britain during 1944. When the Allied Armies invaded Normandy in June 1944

Stale Beer Dive 1891
This underground stale beer dive on Mulberry Steet Bend, New York isn t fancy but it is cheap, and thats what counts for the boozy clientele

The Mulberry Tree, words and music
Here we go round the mulberry tree... So early in the morning. This is the way we wash our clothes... wash our hands... brush our hair... tie our shoes... etc

Mulberry Tree SSG 4999 © ARDEA LONDON
SSG-4999 MULBERRY TREE Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway. contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: + 44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Ancient Black Mulberry Fruit Tree, UK
SG-20113 Ancient Black Mulberry Fruit Tree, UK Morus nigra Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Black / Common Mulberry Tree. Herstmonceux Castle, UK
SG-20109 Black / Common Mulberry Tree Herstmonceux Castle, UK Morus nigra Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Black Mulberry Fruit, UK
SG-20111 Black Mulberry Fruit, UK Morus nigra Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Noni / Indian mulberry. Medicinal for many purposes. Costa Rica
ROG-12114 Noni / Indian mulberry - medicinal for many purposes Costa Rica Morinda citrifolia Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Black Mulberry LB 4462 Ripe fruits Morus nigra © Ian Beames / ARDEA LONDON
LB-4462 Black Mulberry Ripe fruits Morus nigra Ian Beames Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

White Mulberry - approx. 10 years old, and seen at The National Pinetum, Bedgebury, Kent, UK. Aug
DAD-1918 White Mulberry - approx. 10 years old The National Pinetum, Bedgebury, Kent, UK Morus alba August. David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Mulberry APP 2872 Morus rubra © A. P. Paterson / ARDEA LONDON
APP-2872 Mulberry Morus rubra Allen Paterson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Separating mulberry fibers for making Japanese washi paper at the Echizen Washi No Sato village in Fukui, Japan, Asia

Cedar Waxwing - Feeding in mulberry tree, May Southern USA _TPL3886
TOM-969 Cedar Waxwing - Feeding in mulberry tree, May Southern Louisiana, USA Bombycilla cedrorum Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Mulberry Harbour
The prefabricated MULBERRY HARBOUR enables Allied troops to pour into France as in a regular port

Feeding Silkworms / China
Feeding silk worms with mulberry leaves & sorting the cocoons. The whole family seems to be involved

Silk Ceremony / China
The Empress & her attendants proceed to the temple from the Mulberry grove during the annual ceremony commemorating the invention of silk weaving

Cultivating Silk Worms
The cultivation of silk worms in Italy

Round the Mulberry Bush
Four decorative girls go round the mulberry bush

Various Berries
A whole page of berries

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The mulberry tree has a rich history that spans centuries and continents. From the detailed plans of Sheffield in the late 18th century by William Fairbank, to its presence in Tudor exhibitions in 1890, this versatile tree has left its mark on various aspects of human life. Intriguingly, the black mulberry holds a special place among these references. Its significance is evident not only through engravings by Thomas Harris but also as an item showcased in the Tudor Exhibition. This particular species played a crucial role in silk production, as it served as food for silk moths and silkworms like Bombyx mori. As we delve deeper into cultural references, we encounter familiar childhood memories with songs like "Round the Mulberry Bush. " The image of children playing around this iconic tree evokes nostalgia and innocence. Moving beyond England's borders, we find remnants Harbour off Arromanches in Normandy—a testament to its importance during World War II. These structures were instrumental in facilitating military operations and played a vital role during D-Day. Not limited to wartime utility alone, mulberries have graced landscapes across different countries throughout history. The Old Mulberry Tree at Convent Garden stands tall on Beaufort Street in Chelsea—an enduring symbol of nature's resilience amidst urbanization. Even Chao Hsia recognized the value of mulberries when he visited fields encouraging people to plant more trees. His efforts aimed at preserving natural resources resonate even today as we strive for sustainability. Lastly, let us not forget Morus nigra—the common mulberry tree—whose existence continues to enrich our surroundings with shade and beauty wherever it grows. From historical maps depicting Sheffield's layout to wartime harbors off Normandy's coastlines; from silk production nourished by these trees' leaves to their symbolic presence within cultural traditions—the story of mulberries intertwines with humanity itself.