Pears Collection (page 17)

Pear (Pyrus)
Ancient pear tree (Pyrus sp.) in fruit in autumn. Photographed in Mesendorf or Meschendorf, saxon villages, Transylvania, Romania

Grey pears (Pyrus sp.) growing on their tree

Pyrus salicifolia Pendula
Weeping willow-leaved pear fruits (Pyrus salicifolia Pendula )

Pear (Pyrus eleagnifolia)
Pear (Pyrus elaegnifolia). Ripening pears on their tree

Pear (Pyrus longipes). Ripe pears on their tree

Cardigan Railway Station, Cardiganshire, South Wales
View of a platform of Cardigan Railway Station on the Great Western Railway, Cardiganshire, South Wales, with flowerbeds and tinplate advertisements for Pears Soap and Sutton Seeds

A London Coster
A London street coster, with his cart of fruit. A veritable cornucopia, wonderfully displayed on a white cloth and as spectacularly opulent in its variety, as the coster is dour in face!

Cunard New York poster
Poster produced by the passenger liner company Cunard advertising its service to New York. The poster includes a painting of the New York skyline by marine painter, Charles Pears

New Oxford Street
The offices of Messrs A & F Pears, who make soap

PEARS
Fondante d Automne Louise Bonne of Jersey Beurre d Aremberg Glou Morceau

PEARS
Pitmaston Duchess Durondeau

PEARS
Summer Beurre d Aremberg Bwurre Diel

PEARS
Catillac Josephine de Maines Marechal de Cour

PEARS
Doyenne de Comice Souvenir du Congres Beurre Superfin

PEARS
Gansels Bergamot Van Mons Leon de Clerc Portugal Quince Durandeau

PEARS
Jargonelle Beurre d Amanlis Clapps Favourite

PEARS
Olivier de Serres Easter Beurre Nouvelle Fulvie

Lear / Nonsense / Chilli
There was an Old Person of Chili, whose conduct was painful and silly, He sate on the stairs, eating apples and pears, that imprudent Old Person of Chili

Decorative circular border
A circular decorative border, comprising of various colourful foodstuffs from fruit and vegetables to game birds

Swiss Woman C18 - 2
A young woman from the canton of Thurgau carries a basket of pears to market

Pears a LA Marquise
Poires (pears) a la Marquise

Medical / Ailments / Gout
A man with gout wears a long house coat, matching soft hat and one pointed slipper. The boys and the farmer wear country clothes albeit of different social classes

Mature Pear Tree - in blossom
SG-20094 Mature PEAR TREE - In blossom Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Wild pear in flower (Pyrus communis). V. rare in UK
ROG-12421 Wild pear in flower V. rare in UK. Pyrus communis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Wild pear blossom, Pyrus communis. Europe
ROG-12304 Wild pear blossom Europe Pyrus communis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Old Pear Tree - in orchard Woodland Trust Reserve, Melrose Farm, Worcestershire, UK
ROG-11254 Old PEAR Tree - in Orchard Woodland Trust Reserve, Melrose Farm, Worcestershire, UK Pyrus communis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Fruit - Apples and pears in boxes, St-Truiden, Belgium
ME-1199 Fruit - Apples and pears in boxes St-Truiden, Belgium Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Pears - two
LA-4043 Pears - two Jean Michel Labat 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

Yellowhammer - female in pear tree - Oxon UK
RES-956 Yellowhammer - female in pear tree Oxon UK Emberiza citrinella George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cactus Bee on Prickly Pear Blossum (Oppuntia spp) - Arizona - Sonoran Desert - Collecting nectar
CAN-3174 Cactus Bee - on Prickly Pear Blossum (Oppuntia spp), collecting nectar and pollen serving as pollinator Sonoran Desert, Arizona

Pear - conferance on tree - Belgium
ME-1407 Pear - conferance on tree Belgium Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Fruit tree meadow with flowering plum, pear and cherry trees and dandelions in early spring Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany
SAS-527 Fruit tree meadow - with flowering plum, pear and cherry trees and dandelions in early spring Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany Prunus domestica Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints

Pear tree blossoms in full bloom in spring Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany
SAS-431 Pear tree blossoms - in full bloom in spring Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany Pyrus communis Latin also Pirus communis Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display

Pear - Belle Julie - Victorian walled kitchen garden at West Dean Gardens, West Sussex. UK. September
DAD-1693 Pear - Belle Julie Victorian walled kitchen garden at West Dean Gardens. UK. September. David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pear - Concorde - Victorian walled kitchen garden at West Dean Gardens, West Sussex. UK September
DAD-1690 Pear - Concorde Victorian walled kitchen garden at West Dean Gardens. UK September David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Woman Peels Pears 1930S
A woman peels some pears in the process of making pear ginger jam, whilst sitting at the kitchen table

William IV A Windsor Pear
King William IV and Queen Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen. A Windsor Pear (not Pair). Daily seen at the Royal Table

Compote of Pears
A Compote of Pears

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"Pears: A Fruitful Journey Through Time and Culture" From the iconic Pears soap advertisements to the delightful image of a partridge in a pear tree, they have woven themselves into our history and culture. This humble fruit has not only been celebrated for its health benefits but also served as inspiration for various artistic endeavors. In 1887, an eye-catching poster titled "Eat More Fruit - for Health and Vitality" was published by the Retail, urging people to embrace a healthier lifestyle by consuming more fruits like pears. The message resonated with many who recognized the importance of incorporating nutritious choices into their diet. Speaking soap, it became synonymous with cleanliness during the Victorian period. An advertisement from 1912 proudly proclaimed that even chemists recommended this renowned brand. Its popularity endured through time, leaving an indelible mark on society's perception of hygiene. Beyond advertisements, pears found their way into music festivals as well. In 1963, Peter Pears and Emanuel Hurwitz graced the Aldeburgh Festival stage with their musical prowess, captivating audiences with their harmonious melodies. Janet Baker and Bryan Drake joined them in creating unforgettable performances that showcased both talent and passion. Transporting us back further in time is a glimpse into Falmouth Railway Station in Cornwall during the early 1900s. Here we find another Pears soap advertisement adorning its walls – a testament to how deeply ingrained this brand had become within everyday life. The beauty of nature also embraces pears; they blossom gracefully on meadows across Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany. These flowering pear trees paint landscapes with delicate hues each spring – reminding us that nature's wonders can be found even within something as simple as a piece of fruit. As we reflect upon these diverse aspects surrounding pears – from racist Pear ads (which should never be endorsed) to cultural icons such as Peter Pears and the enchanting Victorian scrap – we are reminded of their timeless appeal.