Potato Collection (#2)

Family of immigrants cutting potato seeds to plant on their quarter acre in Michigan, circa 1890
NWI4958615 Family of immigrants cutting potato seeds to plant on their quarter acre in Michigan, circa 1890. Colour printing

First World War: France, Near a burning village of Lorraine, a woman plows and two women collect potatoes, 1915
LUX4739868 First World War: France, Near a burning village of Lorraine, a woman plows and two women collect potatoes, 1915; (add.info)

Silver maple and potato - Silver maple, Acer saccharinum 1, and potato, Solanum tuberosum 2, tubers a, b, c
FLO4573889 Silver maple and potato - Silver maple, Acer saccharinum 1, and potato, Solanum tuberosum 2, tubers a, b, c. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's

English cookery, 1950s: Grilled sole with vegetables (colour photo)
8667355 English cookery, 1950s: Grilled sole with vegetables (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grilled sole with vegetables)

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Autumn (colour litho)
8633182 Autumn (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Autumn. Illustration for The Children's Object Book (Frederick Warne)

Poached bream (colour photo)
8655270 Poached bream (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poached bream)

Pig-iron, Pillory, Pineapple, Pinnacle, Pocket-book, Porcupine, Portcullis, Post-office, Potato, Powder-horn
8650102 Pig-iron, Pillory, Pineapple, Pinnacle, Pocket-book, Porcupine, Portcullis, Post-office, Potato, Powder-horn, Prickly-pear, Printing-press (engraving) by German School

How to serve roast chicken (b/w photo)
8657666 How to serve roast chicken (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to serve roast chicken)

Cartoon commenting on the Colorado Beetle
5308618 Cartoon commenting on the Colorado Beetle; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the Colorado Beetle. In 1877 the feat that the Colorado Beetle would arrive in Britain)

A woodblock engraving depicting a sprig of Belladonna, a perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family
5310965 A woodblock engraving depicting a sprig of Belladonna, a perennial herbaceous plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae, which includes tomatoes, potatoes, and aubergine

Botany, vegetables from the vegetable garden: celery, carrot, wheat, corn, potato, hemp and flax
FGL5499412 Botany, vegetables from the vegetable garden: celery, carrot, wheat, corn, potato, hemp and flax. Board from "The Illustrated World" 1900; Fototeca Gilardi

Botanical, vegetables from the vegetable garden: potato. Board from "The Illustrated World" 1900
FGL5499378 Botanical, vegetables from the vegetable garden: potato. Board from "The Illustrated World" 1900; Fototeca Gilardi

Cartoon depicting Anthony John Mundella chasing a Colorado Beetle
5308984 Cartoon depicting Anthony John Mundella chasing a Colorado Beetle; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Anthony John Mundella chasing a Colorado Beetle)

The biggest potato on record in 1879. The Maggie Murphy potato weighing 86lbs
878559 The biggest potato on record in 1879. The Maggie Murphy potato weighing 86lbs. 10oz.From The Strand Magazine published 1897.; Private Collection

Potato (or potato) (Solanum tuberosum) (potato plant and flowers) Botanical board from Atlas colorie des plantes
ELD4879695 Potato (or potato) (Solanum tuberosum) (potato plant and flowers) Botanical board from Atlas colorie des plantes medicinales" by Paul Hariot

Potato harrow and set scoops (Dublin and Slarks), moveable and fixed pig or swine cases, and pond construction
FLO4593616 Potato harrow and set scoops (Dublin and Slarks), moveable and fixed pig or swine cases, and pond construction. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J

Flowering plant of solanum montanum, mountain potato
FLO4581643 Flowering plant of solanum montanum, mountain potato.; (add.info.: Flowering plant of solanum montanum, mountain potato.); © Florilegius

Motor sports: the potato race (colour litho)
8635660 Motor sports: the potato race (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Motor sports: the potato race. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Autumn (colour litho)
8633263 Autumn (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Autumn. Illustration for The Children's Object Book (Frederick Warne)

Gardeners tending potatoes near Buckingham Palace, London, World War I, 1917 (b/w photo)
8626494 Gardeners tending potatoes near Buckingham Palace, London, World War I, 1917 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Women queueing for potatoes, Hoxton, London, World War I, 1917 (b/w photo)
8626489 Women queueing for potatoes, Hoxton, London, World War I, 1917 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women queueing for potatoes, Hoxton)

Boiled beef (colour photo)
8655268 Boiled beef (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boiled beef. Illustration for Good Housekeeping's Basic Cookery in Pictures)

Cross section through a potato spirit distillery (colour litho)
8663667 Cross section through a potato spirit distillery (colour litho) by Dressel, August (b.1862) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cross section through a potato spirit distillery)

Illustration for The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn (litho)
8663418 Illustration for The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944) ; Private Collection; (add.info)

Potato Field (b/w photo)
8674190 Potato Field (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Potato Field. Illustration for The World's Commercial Products by W G Freeman,s E)

Photocard, 1930s: Las Palmas, Canary Isles (coloured photo)
8671664 Photocard, 1930s: Las Palmas, Canary Isles (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Las Palmas, Canary Isles)

Provencale in his kitchen. Painting by Marius Barthalot (1861-1933), 1896
JEB4887108 Provencale in his kitchen. Painting by Marius Barthalot (1861-1933), 1896. Mandatory mention: Collection fondation regards de provence, Marseille (cm 65x81); Musee Regards de Provence

Botany: potato - Potato flower, tuber and fruit, Solanum tuberosum, 70. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a
FLO4728878 Botany: potato - Potato flower, tuber and fruit, Solanum tuberosum, 70. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a drawing by B

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Giant fresh tartiflette, made with Roblochon cheese, potatoes and ham, a speciality in the French Alpes, Saint Gervais, Haute-Savoie, France, Europe

Fresh vegetables for sale at the Santa Maria de Jesus market. Santa Maria de Jesus, Sacatepequez, Guatemala

Seated woman with a knife and a potato, 1871. Creator: Cornelis Springer
Seated woman with a knife and a potato, 1871

Potato (Solanum Tuberosum), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
Potato (Solanum Tuberosum), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II

Les manifestations contre "la vie chere" en Hollande; camionnage de pommes de terre... 1916
Les manifestations contre "la vie chere" en Hollande; camionnage de pommes de terre sous la garde de soldats hollandais, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Peasant Woman Peeling Potatoes, 1875-1922. Creator: Suze Robertson
Peasant Woman Peeling Potatoes, 1875-1922

The potato peeler, 1873. Creator: Albert Neuhuys
The potato peeler, 1873

U.S.S. New York, spud race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, spud race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

U.S.S. New York, spud race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, spud race, anniversary of Santiago, 1899 July 3

Scheveningen women digging in a potato field, 1874. Creator: Philip Lodewijk Jacob Frederik Sadee
Scheveningen women digging in a potato field, 1874

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Aspects imprevus de la campage Francaise: les indo-chinois aux champs, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Aspects imprevus de la campage Francaise: les indo-chinois aux champs; L'arrachage mecanique des pommes de terre, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

War Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. War Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920
War Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920

Food Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Food Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920
Food Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920. Fresh and preserved vegetables, USA. Sign reads: Be a Soldier of the Soil; Produce Food - Conserve Food - Dry and Can Food

Potato Lifting, 1882. Creator: William Strang
Potato Lifting, 1882

Esquisse pour la salle à manger de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris : La pomme de terre, c.1893. Creator: Georges Bertrand
Esquisse pour la salle a manger de l'Hotel de Ville de Paris : La pomme de terre, c.1893

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"From The Angelus to WWII: Exploring the Potato's Journey Through History" The humble potato has witnessed countless moments in history, from the distant sound of The Angelus bell echoing through fields to the iconic Potato Pete rallying soldiers during World War II. Its versatility and significance are undeniable. In 1857-59, Jean-François Millet immortalized a scene in his painting "The Angelus, " where farmers paused their work upon hearing the church bell. Little did they know that potatoes would become an essential part of their daily sustenance. Fast forward to WWII, when a lithograph featuring Potato Pete urged people to join forces against adversity. This poster became an emblematic symbol of resilience and unity during challenging times. In 1954, Swansons introduced TV dinners packaged like television sets - revolutionizing mealtime convenience. Amongst these meals were succulent turkey slices accompanied by fluffy mashed Charlotte potatoes, satisfying hunger while bringing families together around their screens. Potatoes have always been at the heart of British cuisine. From traditional roast potatoes served alongside Sunday roasts to crispy chips enjoyed with fish and mushy peas - they've become staples on every plate across the nation. During wartime efforts in 1939, women joined forces as part of the Women's Land Army, cultivating vast potato fields to ensure a balanced diet for all. Their dedication ensured no one went hungry amidst turbulent times. Even snacks got a taste magic. Crisps emerged as a popular treat worldwide, offering various flavors that tantalize our taste buds with each crunchy bite. Ireland holds special significance when it comes to potatoes; Raleigh bicycles even featured them on posters promoting Irish produce. Potatoes played a vital role in sustaining communities during difficult periods throughout Irish history. Not only do potatoes provide comfort food and deliciousness but also serve as guardians against pests like Colorado Beetle – reminding us that vigilance is key for successful harvests year after year.