Napkin Collection (#15)

Bowl of granola with fresh fruit, glass of honey, bottle and glass of milk nearby

Lamb tagine with almonds, dried fruit and sesame seeds, served with couscous, in a bowl, close-up

Sliced carrot cake with white icing and orange zest, on cakestand

Raisin scones topped with jam and whipped cream, served on a plate with a knife, and cup of tea in background

Chestnut soup garnished with whole chestnut and swirl of fresh cream

Argentina, Buenos Aires. Argentine empanadas

Italy, Positano. Antipasti and wine

Outdoor restaurant, Nikos, preparing for a meal, Mykonos

The restaurant l Epicerie in Avignon. Detail of table mat and knife fork and napkin. Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence, Alpes Cote d Azur, France, Europe

Table set in traditional style, white plates with golden decoration, white and green linen napkins and glasses for tasting. Chateau de Cerons, Sauternes, Gironde, Aquitaine, France

The restaurant Le Tournesol (the sun flower) in Tournon. Tournon-sur-Rhone, Ardeche, France, Europe

The dining room table set with flowers and decorative vegetables for dinner guests. Clos des Iles Chambres d Hotes Bed and Breakfast, Le Brusc Six Fours, Cote d Azur, Var, France

Floral arrangements in dining room on resort in Fregate Island (PR)

ELKINGTON & CO. LTD. 1895. English newspaper advertisement for Elkington & Co. Ltd. housewares, 1895

DINING, 19th CENTURY. The Defeat. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

Banquet at a Symbolic Lodge
Members of a Lodge, with napkins over their shoulders and arms extended, propose a toast. Date: 1890s

Greek Anti-Plutocrat Propaganda Postcard
An anti Plutocrat Greek postcard from the Second World War, praising the austere simple pride in the life of a Greek soldier against the extravagant largesse of the Plutocrat

Roast potatoes and other vegetables
Roast potatoes with other vegetables as part of a meal. Potatoes provide energy by being a source of carbohydrates. Vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy diet

Baked potato with tuna and celery

Greedy frog, conceptual artwork

FILM STILL: EATING & DRINKING. Actors Lucien Littlefield and Louise Fazenda

Sauerkraut (sour cabbage), a traditional German dish, Germany, Europe

Baklava, sweet pastry made of layers of filo pastry filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with syrup or honey, Arabic gastronomy, Middle East

San Juan, Puerto Rico - A lamp is sitting on a restaurant table unlit. Surrounding it are the place settings which are reflecting on the table surfaces

USA, Florida, Miami Beach: Lincoln Road, Outdoor Cafe Table Setting

Tea for Two by Muriel Dawson
Two young children sit at a trestle table and enjoy a snack, possibly elevenses or supper

Soup tie / W H Robinson
One tug of a cord and this smart tie is swiftly transformed into a napkin allowing the wearer to eat his soup without the worry of unsightly splashes to his suit

Not keen on Egyptian Food
A British Tourist wearing a straw boater and white suit, takes offence at " the smell" of the Egyptian seafood dish he is presented with

White Star Line paper napkin
A White Star Line paper napkin, embossed with an ornate design and the name of the luxury cruise line

White Star Line linen napkin
A White Star Line linen napkin, embossed with an ornate design and the name of the luxury cruise line

EMBROIDERY
Photograph of a young woman sitting working on an embroidery ring

Midd. Class Boarding Hse
Dinner in a boarding house

Table for two in the old quarter of Le Suquet, Cannes, Alpes-Maritimes, Cote d Azur, Provence, France, Europe

Advert / Walthams Beer
WALTHAMs BEER A waiter with three bottles of beer

Lady and her Linen / 1929
A bias cut dress with V shaped back & cape, narrow sleeves, bell shaped reverse cuffs & soft gored skirt which dips slightly more at the back

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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.