Napkin Collection (#13)

Bowl of lentil soup with piece of white bread, on a plate, white napkin nearby, close-up

Sweetcorn relish in jars, close-up

Bowl of pumpkin soup, with napkin and spoon, close-up

Grand marnier souffle in serving dish and sliced oranges in glass bowl on blue napkin

Bouillabaisse fish stew served in a bowl, with fork and spoon

French baguette in bread basket lined with napkin

Piece of gluten-free chocolate cake on a plate with redcurrants, jug of cream and cake in background

Cod in tomato sauce served in ovenproof dish, on napkin with spoon nearby

Wholemeal cottage loaf on top of napkin

Grilled trout with orange and mustard glaze, served with onions, mushrooms, tomatoes and cress

Seeded rye bread with a couple of slices cut away from the loaf

Italy, Still Life, 1928
Carlo CarrA

Plain yoghurt in a glass pot with a drip coming down the side

peanut butter sandwich with slices of pear

Porridge with mashed banana, spoon, jug, pan and bowl of yogurt in background

Herb Prawn Wraps

Two croissants on serviette

Vietnamese beef with noodles in bowl, close-up

Chicken pojarski with paprika sauce, close-up

Plate of salmon and cucumber salad, close-up

Barm Brack, close-up

Sausages with beans and mashed potatoes, close-up

Bowl of vanilla ice-cream with caramel Dulce de Leche sauce

Glasses of blackberry fool, close-up

Spanish pea and ham in bowl, close-up

Baby food of carrot puree in bowl with masher and sweet potato and spinach puree coconut

Lobster salad on plate, close-up

Mango tartlet on plate, close-up

Slice of chocolate brownie placed on blue folded napkin

Ice cream desserts in pastry baskets with silver cutlery on embroidered napkin, close up

Falafel balls, close up

Red cloth pulled from under plate with a sandwich (experiment to show inertia of objects)

Crispy chorizo quesadillas with guacamole

Mashed black beans topped with cheese, spring onions and coriander, served with fried tortilla triangles

Annatto, whole, dried seeds, and ground seeds, in small wooden bowl with spoon, napkin, close-up

Bowl of miso broth containing mange tout and baby sweetcorn

Plate of morel mushrooms with yellow peppers and prosciutto ham

Griddled squid served with bulghur, bowl of salad and green salsa

San bei ya duck, traditional hakka cuisine garnished with fresh parsley and pink orchard flowers on platter in Chinese restaurant, close up

Warm lentil salad in a bowl, fork and napkin

Croissant broken in half, cup of espresso, cup of coffee, glass of tea and jug of milk, laid out on red napkin and checked tablecloth, close-up

Chicken coated in crumbs made of crisps, served in pink plastic cups, next to bowls of tomato ketchup and mayonnaise, on pink napkins

Scoops of caramel ice cream in divided dish, close-up

Grilled prawns and skewered scallops, served with bowl of lentils and coriander leaves

China, Beijing, South Indian dish of rice and curry served in separate metal containers, beside vase of red flowers and Ganesh figurine

Swiss chard and feta frittata with salad garnish, on a plate, on leaf pattern tablecloth

Bowl of Jambalaya, a Cajun dish containing chicken, rice, peas, chopped red and green bell peppers, spring onions and tomatoes

Moroccan rabbit stew served with bowl of salad

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"From Market Reports to Dinner on the Beach: The Versatile Napkin" In the English countryside, an elegant English Country Squire carves succulent beef while a printed souvenir paper napkin adds a touch of sophistication to the table. Meanwhile, W Heath Robinson's whimsical illustration captures the artistry of opening a wine bottle with finesse. As the sun sets over Downtown Puerto Vallarta in Mexico, diners enjoy a romantic dinner on the beach, their napkins gently fluttering in the warm breeze. In this picturesque setting, tea and biscuits are served, creating moments of tranquility amidst nature's beauty. Traveling back in time to 1930s breakfast trays, we find toast cheese sandwiches neatly wrapped in napkins - simple pleasures that bring comfort and satisfaction. A heartwarming scene unfolds as a cat and kitten playfully interact with pudding on a cutout Christmas card; even our furry friends appreciate the charm of napkins. Stepping aboard luxurious ocean liners like White Star Line brings us into an era where elegance reigns supreme. Adorned with numbers or silver plated designs, these exquisite napkin rings add refinement to every dining experience. Elkington plate cutlery accompanied by an ornate napkin ring further elevate fine dining at sea. Whether it be for practicality or aesthetics, from market reports to exotic destinations or cozy breakfast nooks – there is no denying that the humble napkin has become an essential element of our daily lives. Its versatility knows no bounds as it effortlessly transitions from wiping away spills to adding flair and style to any occasion. So next time you reach for that soft piece of fabric or delicate paper square – remember its journey through history and embrace its ability to enhance your culinary adventures and create lasting memories around tables worldwide.