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Scraps Collection (#3)

"From Hens to Pigs: The Power of Scraps in Times of Need" In times of scarcity, scraps become treasures

Background imageScraps Collection: Neatly done, tennis (chromolitho)

Neatly done, tennis (chromolitho)
5235215 Neatly done, tennis (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Neatly done, tennis. One of a set of cut-outs relating to sport)

Background imageScraps Collection: Victor, fencing (chromolitho)

Victor, fencing (chromolitho)
5235205 Victor, fencing (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victor, fencing. One of a set of cut-outs relating to sport)

Background imageScraps Collection: Page from Sammelsurium Volume V

Page from Sammelsurium Volume V
LLM460003 Page from Sammelsurium Volume V by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Sammelsurium Volume V.); © Look and Learn

Background imageScraps Collection: Page from Sammelsurium Volume III

Page from Sammelsurium Volume III
LLM460002 Page from Sammelsurium Volume III by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Sammelsurium Volume III.); © Look and Learn

Background imageScraps Collection: Page from Sammelsurium Volume VIII

Page from Sammelsurium Volume VIII
LLM459914 Page from Sammelsurium Volume VIII by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Sammelsurium Volume VIII.); © Look and Learn

Background imageScraps Collection: Page from Sammelsurium Volume I

Page from Sammelsurium Volume I
LLM459909 Page from Sammelsurium Volume I by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Sammelsurium Volume I); © Look and Learn

Background imageScraps Collection: Page from Sammelsurium Volume VI

Page from Sammelsurium Volume VI
LLM459830 Page from Sammelsurium Volume VI by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Sammelsurium Volume VI.); © Look and Learn

Background imageScraps Collection: The Life of St. Benedict (fresco) (detail)

The Life of St. Benedict (fresco) (detail)
SAL210646 The Life of St. Benedict (fresco) (detail) by Signorelli, L. (c.1441-1523) & Sodoma, G. (1477-1549); Monte Oliveto Maggiore, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageScraps Collection: Crossbow man of the time of king Edward IV, 1461-1483

Crossbow man of the time of king Edward IV, 1461-1483
LLM456412 Crossbow man of the time of king Edward IV, 1461-1483 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossbow man of the time of king Edward IV, 1461-1483)

Background imageScraps Collection: Knight of king Henry V, 1413-22

Knight of king Henry V, 1413-22
LLM456404 Knight of king Henry V, 1413-22 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Knight of king Henry V, 1413-22)

Background imageScraps Collection: King Henry I

King Henry I
LLM456385 King Henry I by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Henry I. Victorian scrap, probably produced by Raphael Tuck.); © Look and Learn

Background imageScraps Collection: Light dragoon of the time of George III, 1761-1820

Light dragoon of the time of George III, 1761-1820
LLM456785 Light dragoon of the time of George III, 1761-1820 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Light dragoon of the time of George III, 1761-1820)

Background imageScraps Collection: King Henry IV

King Henry IV
LLM456402 King Henry IV by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Henry IV. Victorian scrap, probably produced by Raphael Tuck.); © Look and Learn

Background imageScraps Collection: Alfred in the Danes Camp

Alfred in the Danes Camp
LLM456377 Alfred in the Danes Camp by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred in the Danes Camp. Victorian scrap, probably produced by Raphael Tuck)

Background imageScraps Collection: Santa Claus, sheet of heads (chromolitho)

Santa Claus, sheet of heads (chromolitho)
732519 Santa Claus, sheet of heads (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Claus, sheet of heads.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection; American

Background imageScraps Collection: Gold and iron for the Motherland (colour litho)

Gold and iron for the Motherland (colour litho)
2778413 Gold and iron for the Motherland (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gold and iron to the Motherland)

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scraps (chromolitho)

Victorian scraps (chromolitho)
3656312 Victorian scraps (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victorian scraps)

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scraps (chromolitho)

Victorian scraps (chromolitho)
3656401 Victorian scraps (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victorian scraps)

Background imageScraps Collection: Scraps for Juveniles (colour litho)

Scraps for Juveniles (colour litho)
3104667 Scraps for Juveniles (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for a booklet of Scraps for Juveniles, Coloured (Thienemann, Myers)

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, Birn Brothers of Cricklewood, London

Victorian scrap, Birn Brothers of Cricklewood, London
Victorian scrap, Birn Brothers of Cricklewood, NW London. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, Barber shaving a soldier

Victorian scrap, Barber shaving a soldier. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, scene from Aladdin

Victorian scrap, scene from Aladdin, the Princess exchanges the magic lamp for a new one. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian Scrap, Girl holding kitten in straw hat

Victorian Scrap, Girl holding kitten in straw hat
Victorian Scrap, Girl holding a kitten in a straw hat. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian Scrap, Three cavalrymen on horseback

Victorian Scrap, Three cavalrymen on horseback. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, Scottish Clans - MacNab, MacDonald

Victorian scrap, Scottish Clans - MacNab, MacDonald. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, Scottish Clans - Grant

Victorian scrap, Scottish Clans - Grant. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, the love letter

Victorian scrap, the love letter. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, the floral gift

Victorian scrap, the floral gift. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, standing lion

Victorian scrap, standing lion. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, resting lion

Victorian scrap, resting lion. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Victorian scrap, leaping lion

Victorian scrap, leaping lion. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Tonga, Friendly Islander

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Tonga, Friendly Islander. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Tierra del Fuego

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Tierra del Fuego. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Tahitian Woman

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Tahitian Woman. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Sandwich Islander

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Sandwich Islander. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Pitcairn Islander

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Pitcairn Islander. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Peruvian Man

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Peruvian Man. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Patagonian Man

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Patagonian Man. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Norton Sound Alaska Inuit

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Norton Sound Alaska Inuit. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - New Zealand Maori

Scrap, Peoples of the World - New Zealand Maori. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - North American Nootka Sound

Scrap, Peoples of the World - North American Nootka Sound
Scrap, Peoples of the World - Native North American Nootka Sound, Vancouver Island. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Knisteneaux (Cree)

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Knisteneaux (Cree)
Scrap, Peoples of the World - Native North American Indian - Knisteneaux (Cree). 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - North American

Scrap, Peoples of the World - North American
Scrap, Peoples of the World - Native North American Canadian. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Native American Indian

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Native American Indian. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Mexican Lady

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Mexican Lady. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Mestizo

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Mestizo (mixed race Native American and Spanish). 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Eskimo

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Eskimo. 19th century

Background imageScraps Collection: Scrap, Peoples of the World - Chilean Soldier

Scrap, Peoples of the World - Chilean Soldier. 19th century




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"From Hens to Pigs: The Power of Scraps in Times of Need" In times of scarcity, scraps become treasures. This poster reminds us to save kitchen scraps to feed the hens, highlighting the resourcefulness and sustainability that can be found even in our own kitchens. During wartime, every bit counts. A pig food poster serves as a reminder that they are be transformed into nourishment for animals, showcasing the ingenuity and resilience of communities during challenging times. Chef Andrew Schillar's act of kindness transcends boundaries. As he gives a bone to a dog from his kitchen's side entrance, we witness how even small gestures with humble they are bring joy and compassion into someone's life. Scrap by scrap, tattoos tell stories. Victorian Scrap - Tattooing reveals an old custom where inked memories are preserved on paper fragments, reminding us that even discarded pieces hold significant meaning and history. The magic of the circus comes alive through German circus scraps. From banjos adorned with pink flowers to elephants riding tricycles, these vibrant snippets transport us back in time when imagination knew no bounds. Jean-Francois Millet's masterpiece "The Gleaners" captures the beauty within leftovers. Depicting women gathering leftover crops after harvest season, this painting celebrates their resilience and ability to find value in what others may discard. Victorian printed scraps offer glimpses into a world filled with wonderment. Whether it is a Zulu warrior or an enchanting colored engraving page, these delicate remnants remind us that beauty can be found even in fragments left behind by time. Composting brings new life out of waste. In a black plastic recycled composting bin filled with vegetable peelings and cardboard lies visible worms diligently working their magic – turning what was once considered garbage into nutrient-rich soil for future growth. In each scrap lies untold potential waiting to be discovered anew – whether it is feeding animals or igniting creativity.