Selection Collection

Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove headdresses 1922
Selection of exquisite colourful headdresses, a charming gift for Christmas

Whooper Swans Flying In Falling Snow

Mushrooms
A large number of mushroom varieties. Date: 1913

A selection of copper border and jelly moulds

A Selection of Fish
An assortment of fish: 1. sharp-nosed eel, 2. blunt-nosed eel, 3. burbot, 4. lamprey, 5. lampern, 6. chub, 7. perch, 8. roach, 9. bream, 10. rudd, 11. Prussian carp, 12. Crucian carp, 13. tench, 14

Suze Alcoholic Drinks, including Vermouth, Gin, Fruit Liqueur, Cherry brandy and (centre) an Aperitif made from fermented Gentian. Date: circa 1930s

A Selection of Game
Various game birds: wood pigeon, wild duck, woodcock, black plover, snipe, pheasants, hare, teal

Selection of tarot cards from traditional Marseille pack
A selection of tarot cards from the traditional Marseille pack. (1 of 2)

Cheese Selection / Beeton
Various cheeses in Household Management book

The most famous buildings of the world 1885
Comparative heights of famous buildings in 1885, including 1. Porcelain Tower, Nankin China. 2. St. Georges Hall Liverpool. 3. Tomb of Thedoric, Ravenna. 4. Chichester Cathedral. 5

A selection of jelly and cake moulds

A Selection of Ways to Ride a Penny Farthing Bicycle, 1881
Engraving showing a number of adventurous ways to ride a penny farthing bicycle; as demonstrated at a bicycle meeting held in Boston, USA, 1881

Knapped Flint Tools
A selection of flint and bones tools from a range of prehistoric eras incl. microliths used in compound tools of the mesolithic to earlier scrapers and choppers

Selection of tarot cards from traditional Marseille pack
A selection of tarot cards from the traditional Marseille pack. (2 of 2)

Oiseaux - birds
Page of birds including birds of prey and tropical birds. Date: 1930

A large variety of mushrooms, 1913. Date: 1913

Beethovens Hearing Aids
Selection of ear trumpets (which once belonged to Beethoven)

Advert for Harrods piano sale 1919
Selection of bargain pianos, prices start at 148 gns for a Cramer Baby Grand in rosewood to a Chappell upright Boudoir Grand at 64 gns. 1919

Algues - algae
Illustration of many varieties of algae. Date: 1930

Poissons - fish
A variety of fish. Date: 1930

Swan Fountain Pens 1932
A selection of Swan pens for you to give your friends at Christmas, knowing that the pleasing hues give added charm to fine craftsmanship

Papillons - butterflies
Variety of butterflies and moths. Date: 1930

Possession is nine points of the law by Louis Wain
Illustration by Louis Wain showing a cat occupying a cast-off saucepan or cooking pot during snowy weather. A selection of birds, including a magpie and a blue tit bemusedly face the cat

A Variety of ladies boots 1926
Ladies 1920s boots in willow calf, felt lace, riding, quilted, buttoned, lace-up and rubber. Date: circa 1926

German Armoured Vehicles; Second World War, 1944
Illustration showing a selection of German armoured vehicles used during the Battle for Normandy in 1944

A Selection of Bicycles, 1888
Engraving of a selection of bicycles on display at the Stanley Show of 1888

Overhead view of the fruit and vegetable market, Pushkar, Rajasthan State, India, Asia

April, from Twelve Months of Flowers, 1730 (colour engraving)
986032 April, from Twelve Months of Flowers, 1730 (colour engraving) by Casteels, Pieter (1684-1749) (after); 46.8x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: April, from Twelve Months of Flowers)

Unusual Tanks
A selection of tanks shaped like animals

Assorted meats. Chicken (upper right), beef (upper left), minced lamb (centre right) and pork chops (lower left) are all good sources of protein

Citrus fruits. Lemon and lime slices. The juices of citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C, needed for healthy skin and gums

Police Equipment
Selection of Metropolitan Police equipment including truncheons, helmets, notebooks and whistles

Rasta (Rastafarian) hats on display, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Handbag Advert / Army / Navy
A selection of British made & foreign handbags, pochettes & evening bags in crepe de chine, also a beaded bag, an embroidered nightdress sachet & a bag with applique flowers

Page of Victorian adverts - 1890
Various adverts for The Graphic, May 1890. May 1890

Whippets and a King Spaniel, 1837 (oil on canvas)
991599 Whippets and a King Spaniel, 1837 (oil on canvas) by Havell, Edmund Jr (1819-99); 78.7x108 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Whippets and a King Spaniel. Edmund Havell, Jr (1819-1899)

Fruit Tree Culture
A decorative page showing fruit trees, and ways to cultivate them. Date: 1900

Oiseaux - birds
Variety of birds, including ostriches, pelicans, kiwi, heron and toucan. Date: 1930

Beeton Cheeses
Various cheeses in Household Management book Date: 1907

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Victorian items 1896
A selection of Victorian household items; twin oil and vinegar bottles, solid silver candlestick holders, ornate mounted hair brush, cut crystal scent bottle, chased silver lamp with burner

Stamp Card produced by Ottmar Zeihar - Iran (Persia). These cards enabled collectors to see stamps which they were unable to obtain, or afford

Electric Fires 1929
Electrical heaters give cosy warmth instantly day and night no fumes no smoke, products for Harrods catalogue electrical department. 1929

Trade catalogue for copper moulds with tin lining 1911
Trade catalogue for Harrords department store, showing round fluted copper moulds with tin inside. Date: 1911

Foraminifera, SEM
Foraminifera. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a selection of foraminiferans, including Oolina hexagona (bottom right) and a number of Lagena sp

Selection of diamond crystals
Diamond crystals from the Natural History Museum collections

Father Cmas / Toys / Fireple
Father Christmas puts out a selection of toys and presents in front of a fireplace which has a lovely vase of holly and two candlesticks on it

Advertisement for the London Glove Company of Cheapside and New Bond Street, showing a selection of womens gloves including long white evening gloves

Advert for Maple & Co furniture 1896
Selection of household furnishings. Date: 1896

The Bachelors Birthday, (oil on panel)
989681 The Bachelors Birthday, (oil on panel) by Kaufmann (Kaufman) Isidor (1853-1921); 34.3x28.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bachelors Birthday. Isidor Kaufmann (1853-1921)

Poppies, Chrysanthemums, Peonies and other Wild Flowers in Glass Vases (oil on canvas)
823542 Poppies, Chrysanthemums, Peonies and other Wild Flowers in Glass Vases (oil on canvas) by Stoitzner, Constantin (1863-1934); 63x79 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Poppies, Chrysanthemums)

Advert for Frank Hyams Ltd, diamonds jewellery 1911
Selection of womens diamond jewellery. Date: 1911

Trade catalogue for jelly and cake moulds 1911
Trade catalogue for Harrords department store, showing jelly and cake moulds in a variety of shapes. Date: 1911

Mendels peas. Historical artwork of the peas (Pisum sp.) used by Gregor Mendel (1822-1884) in his experiments into heredity. He cross-bred peas that produced yellow (A) and green (B) peas

Traditional Turkish decorative pottery for sale, Grand Bazaar (Great Bazaar), Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Mollusques - molluscs (shells)
Spectacular variety of molluscs and shells. Date: 1930

Plumes - feathers
Birds feathers including the bodies of the birds they were plucked from. Date: 1930

Advert for Parkins and Gotto electrical novelties 1906
Advertisement from 1906 for Parkins and Gotto, of Oxford Street, London, showing the wide range of electrical novelties

Advert for Dickins & Jones lace items 1912
Selection of danity lace items for Christmas gifts for women. 1912

Gearstick
Gearknob in a vehicle

Assorted pasta

Selection of fresh fruit and vegetables

Mexico. Skeletal Catrinas, figures celebrating Dia de Los Muertos

Bruce Bairnsfather merchandise
Selection of items featuring illustrations by the famous World War One cartoonist

Hat Styles for 1920
A rather shady set : a page from Barribals sketchbook shows a selection of hats including a beret style & cloche hats with wide brims or round or square crowns

Stories for Tiny Folk
A selection of spines in bold primary colours taken from the 1920s series of Stories for Little Folk books

Lanterns for sale in the souk near the Djemaa el Fna (Jemaa el Fna), Marrakech (Marrakesh), Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Barmaid in Smoky Pub
A barmaid serves a customer in a smokey London pub. On the back wall is a fine selection of spirits while in the foreground, punters chat among themselves

Monk with Skull, Etc
Father Leonard Parisinus, a missionary monk, with a selection of significant items - a skull, a crucifix, a missal and an empty candlestick

A Spilled Basket of Fruits on a Draped Table with Monkeys, (oil on panel)
990230 A Spilled Basket of Fruits on a Draped Table with Monkeys, (oil on panel) by Snyders or Snijders

Costume June 1886
Hand-coloured page of the latest Paris fashion of 1886, dinner dresses with drapped swags and flower arrangements, ball dresses with long gloves and fans and traditional garden party frocks

Advert for Maple & Co furniture 1895
Selection of household furnishings. Date: 1895

Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs, (oil on canvas)
651397 Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs, (oil on canvas) by Gilbert, Victor Gabriel (1847-1933); 47x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs)

Ruffed Grouse, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph)
991231 Ruffed Grouse, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Elliot, Daniel Girard (fl.1860-77); 59x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruffed Grouse; Bonasa Umbellus)

Capsicum annuum Scotch bonnets Chilli - Scotch bonnet chilli Mixed colours subject

Stamp Card produced by Ottmar Zeihar - Barbados. These cards enabled collectors to see stamps which they were unable to obtain, or afford

Sheet music cover, Selection from The Yellow Mask
Sheet music cover, a Selection of music from The Yellow Mask, a musical play by Edgar Wallace, produced by Julian Wylie and Laddie Cliff at the Carlton Theatre, London

SURVEYING LEVELS
A whole selection of different surveying instruments, and diagrams relating to their specific uses. Date: 1810

Advert for Debenham & Freebody lace race wraps 1912
Selection of luxurious lace jacktets, coats and wraps for racing. 1912

Selection of Views of Seoul, Korea - Postcard Pack Date: 1930s

A Selection of Museum Specimens
Specimens here include an Entomological tray of insect from the order Orthoptera, a herbarium sheet from Cooks first voyage collected in New South Wales, Australia in 1770 and fish specimens

DARWIN, Charles Robert (1809-1882). British naturalist, author of the theory of evolution by natural selection. Litography. UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. Down. Down House

Assorted chocolates in a box. Chocolate contains sugars and fats. It is a sweet snack food that is high in calories and has little nutritional value

Pasta
Dried pasta ribbons. Pasta is a flour-based food product, and so it contains lots of carbohydrates from the cereal grains ground up to make the flour

Scene in Petticoat Lane
Traders in Petticoat Lane selling an eclectic selection of tools-saws, chisels, plyers, locks and even a giant corkscrew are laid out on the street

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"Exploring the Bountiful World of Selection: From Mushrooms to Tarot Cards" Step into a world where choice reigns supreme, as we delve into the fascinating realm of selection. Starting with nature's treasures, marvel at an array of mushrooms that captivate with their diverse shapes and colors. Meanwhile, a tantalizing display of fish beckons seafood enthusiasts to indulge in a selection fit for royalty. For those seeking libations with character, Suze alcoholic drinks offer an exquisite range that promises to delight even the most discerning palates. And if adventure is your game, immerse yourself in a selection of wild game dishes that will transport you to untamed lands. Venturing beneath the surface, explore the mystical allure of algues - algae - as they weave intricate patterns through underwater realms. On another note, behold the elegance and charm exuded by copper borders and jelly moulds carefully curated for culinary connoisseurs. Travel back in time as knapped flint tools unveil ancient craftsmanship and ingenuity from our ancestors. Then let your taste buds rejoice amidst a cheese selection handpicked by Beeton herself – each bite tells its own story. Unlock secrets within tarot cards from traditional Marseille packs; these captivating symbols hold wisdom waiting to be discovered. Poissons - fish - dance gracefully across vibrant canvases while showcasing Mother Nature's aquatic wonders. Finally, take a step back in time with vintage photographs capturing a large variety of mushrooms dating back to 1913 – reminding us how diversity has always been cherished throughout history. And lastly, admire an enchanting collection featuring jelly and cake moulds that transform ordinary desserts into edible masterpieces. In this vast tapestry called life, "selection" unveils itself as both an art form and an invitation for exploration. So embrace the beauty found within these varied realms – whether it be gastronomy or mysticism – allowing yourself to revel in endless possibilities offered by the power of choice.