Imported Collection

Pick an English Apple ! the greengrocers customers are urged to buy English fruit, rejecting imported stuff

FALL / SALUKI / 1926
CHAMPION ZOBEID AND HIS BROTHER FARHAN. Owned by Florence Amherst. Bred in this country from imported stock. Date: 1926

Indian Elephant in London Zoo 1896
Jung Perchard the Indian elephant was presented to Prince of Wales (Edward VII), during the shooting expeditions in Indian twenty years before in 1876

FALL / PYRENEAN DOG / 1947
PASTEUR Imported dog. Owner: Harper Date: 1947

Customs, 19th Century
THE CUSTOM HOUSE Searching imported goods and luggage thoroughly

Green (Edible) turtles - Chelonia mydas - and Loggerhead turtles captured on coast of Cuba as the females came ashore
530274 Green (Edible) turtles - Chelonia mydas - and Loggerhead turtles captured on coast of Cuba as the females came ashore to lay their eggs

19th Century traditional Icelandic formal clothing
5304716 19th Century traditional Icelandic formal clothing.; (add.info.: Icelandic, 19th century, traditional, ladies, formal clothing. made of imported fabrics embroidered in gold or silver thread)

American Civil War, Confederate Button
3073319 American Civil War, Confederate Button; Private Collection; (add.info.: Confederate Rifleman's brass button imported from England and made by HT&B of Manchester); © Don Troiani

Imported leather French Chasseur shako
3481435 Imported leather French Chasseur shako; Private Collection; (add.info.: Imported leather French Chasseur shako which were issued to several Union regiments along with French uniforms but not)

Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas. Turtle meat was much prized. Edible turtles were imported live into Europe as a
530273 Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas. Turtle meat was much prized. Edible turtles were imported live into Europe as a table delicacy. Wood engraving c1890. ; Universal History Archive/UIG

18th Century traditional Icelandic formal clothing
5304715 18th Century traditional Icelandic formal clothing.; (add.info.: Icelandic, 18th century, traditional, ladies, formal clothing. made of imported fabrics embroidered in gold or silver thread)

Green (Edible Turtle - Chelonia mydas. Turtle meat much prized Edible turtles imported live into Europe as a table)
530272 Green (Edible Turtle - Chelonia mydas. Turtle meat much prized Edible turtles imported live into Europe as a table delicacy. Wood engraving c1890.; Universal History Archive/UIG

British Calisher and Terry carbine
3481444 British Calisher and Terry carbine; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Confederate imported British Calisher and Terry breechloading carbine ); © Don Troiani

Oda Harunaga and a Page with a Lantern, 1865. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Oda Harunaga and a Page with a Lantern, 1865. From 100 Ghost Tales from China and Japan

The musk deer, 1862. Creator: Pearson
The musk deer, 1862. The true musk perfume has been brought to Europe for many years, but the animal which yields it has never yet been seen alive in this hemisphere...Musk is contained in an

Batavian ware cup and saucer, cargo of the sunken ship Geldermalsen, c
CH440588 Batavian ware cup and saucer, cargo of the sunken ship Geldermalsen, c.1750 (porcelain) by Dutch School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Brown 1931 Southdown Skysailer towed back to launch point
The Brown 1931 Southdown Skysailer being towed back to the launch point at Ditchling Beacon, by a 1929 REO flying Cloud, imported from the United States

Advertisement for Naraindas & Company, suppliers of motor cars, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Advertisement for Naraindas & Company, suppliers of motor cars, 1936. Naraindas, based in Lahore and Karachi (at that time part of British India)

Fall / Italian Spinone / 85
RIGOL ANNA FROM MY PHANTOMS Owned by De Bernes, imported by Dr Ruth Tattersall. Head study. Date: 1985

A Nash Metropolitan nose. The Nash Metropolitan was an American make-over of the Austin A40, which was in turn imported into the UK. Date: circa 1959

Advert for Arthur Sanderson and Sons, highlighting the international provenance of the fabrics and wallpapers available at their Berners Street showroom. Date: 1954

Canadair CT-133 Silver Star 3 G-AOHB Black Knight (msn T33-261). Imported by Ormond Haydon-Baillie, Black Knight was a popular airshow performer until Haydon-Baillie's death in the crash of his

Extraordinary view of an entire floor of ivory in a huge warehouse, a portion of the ivory came from Asia, but the better bulk was imported from Africa

The Good Shopper, from the series Empire Buying Makes Busy Factories (colour litho)
MAN464513 The Good Shopper, from the series Empire Buying Makes Busy Factories (colour litho) by Newbould, Frank (1887-1951); Manchester Art Gallery

Australian Canned Fruits (colour litho)
MAN464510 Australian Canned Fruits (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: In 1928, the record year)

Australian Raisins, Sultanas and Currants (colour litho)
MAN464511 Australian Raisins, Sultanas and Currants (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: In 1928, the record year)

Landing Boxes of Oranges in England, from the series Summer's Oranges from South Africa (colour litho)
MAN464520 Landing Boxes of Oranges in England, from the series Summer's Oranges from South Africa (colour litho) by Kortright, Guy (1877-1948); Manchester Art Gallery

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Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristata) male peacock strutting. Date: 31/01/2013

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Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristata) male peacock strutting. Date: 31/01/2013

A box of fish shipped from Port Dover, Ontario, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A box of fish shipped from Port Dover, Ontario

Fall-front secretaire, c. 1829 (Japanese and Chinese lacquer, gilt-metal mounts)
6239477 Fall-front secretaire, c.1829 (Japanese and Chinese lacquer, gilt-metal mounts) by Morel & Seddon (fl.1827-30) (attr)

An English Gig, c. 1840 (opaque w / c on burnished paper)
5973727 An English Gig, c.1840 (opaque w/c on burnished paper) by Shaik Muhammad Amir of Karraya (fl.1830-50) (attr. to); 25.3x38.2 cm; Arthur M

Foreign Goods in Osaka (Osaka hikita karamono), from the series "Three Cities (Santo)
Foreign Goods in Osaka (Osaka hikita karamono), from the series " Three Cities (Santo no uchi)", c. 1818/30

Fruit Piece, 1860. Creator: Hannah Brown Skeele
Fruit Piece, 1860. A fly has settled on the sugar bowl

Dishes with Oysters, Fruit and Wine, c. 1620-25 (oil on panel)
3700781 Dishes with Oysters, Fruit and Wine, c.1620-25 (oil on panel) by Beert, Osias the Elder (c.1570-1624); 52.9x73.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; Flemish, out of copyright

Ivory at the London Docks (b / w photo)
3637372 Ivory at the London Docks (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ivory at the London Docks)

Imported American Elk, Wapiti, at Osmaston Manor, Derby (engraving)
1064234 Imported American Elk, Wapiti, at Osmaston Manor, Derby (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Imported American Elk, Wapiti, at Osmaston Manor, Derby)

Thomas Morgan, woollen and linen draper, grocer and tea dealer, trade card (engraving)
731565 Thomas Morgan, woollen and linen draper, grocer and tea dealer, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Morgan)

Pages from a wholesale catalogue published by I. Marians & Co. 1896 (engraving)
2972992 Pages from a wholesale catalogue published by I. Marians & Co. 1896 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English

Chocolate (colour litho)
3099330 Chocolate (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chocolate. Illustration for Lecons De Choses Illustrees (Imagerie D Epinal, Pellerin)

Two early Paris fashion models imported by Madame Barri, London from Bernard et Cie (black georgette frock) and Myber (evening gown of dead rose moire), 1927 Date: 1927

Portrait of Jeanne Aubert, the French actress, singer and dancer, 1931. Imported to America by Connolly and Swanstrom for Princess Charming

The Begum Pilly Gaguzes, a Species of Indian Poultry lately imported into England (engraving)
1610273 The Begum Pilly Gaguzes, a Species of Indian Poultry lately imported into England (engraving) by Keyl, Friedrich Wilhelm (1823-71); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Begum Pilly Gaguzes)

France - Trade - Dates from the desert oasis
Dates in wooden crates as they arrive direct from the desert oasis to the French warehouse of Champagne Freres Ld. Date: circa 1910s

Grapes in a basket, A Peach on a Pewter Plate, A Silver Gilt covered Chalice
5984027 Grapes in a basket, A Peach on a Pewter Plate, A Silver Gilt covered Chalice, An overturned Pewter Falgon and a Roemer on a Draped Table (oil on panel) by Beyeren

Rare massive Masonic punchbowl, c. 1790 (porcelain) (see also 615084)
615085 Rare massive Masonic punchbowl, c.1790 (porcelain) (see also 615084) by English School, (18th century); diam: 52.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The art treasures of the east (b / w photo)
6007738 The art treasures of the east (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The art treasures of the east)

G King, tea dealer, grocer etc, trade card (engraving)
731564 G King, tea dealer, grocer etc, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: G King, tea dealer, grocer etc, trade card)

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"Imported: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world treasures, where each item tells a unique story. Pick an English Apple, crisp and juicy, grown in the fertile lands of England. Taste the essence of autumn with every bite. In 1926, witness the majestic presence of a Saluki dog gracefully roaming through the countryside. Its elegance captivates all who lay eyes upon it. Travel back to 1896 when an Indian Elephant found itself amidst London's bustling streets. A symbol of exotic beauty and wonder that left spectators in awe. Pyrenean Dog, a loyal companion since 1947, showcasing its fluffy coat against a backdrop of falling leaves. Embrace its warmth on chilly evenings. Customs in the 19th century brought forth intriguing tales from distant lands. Uncover hidden treasures as they pass through borders and into new hands. Hop aboard a Tuk-Tuk Brighton Taxi for an adventurous ride through vibrant streets filled with laughter and excitement. The Nash Metropolitan nose leads you to unexpected destinations. Let curiosity guide your journey as you explore uncharted territories. Arthur Sanderson & Sons' Berners Street showroom invites you to indulge in international fabrics and wallpapers from around the world (1954). Immerse yourself in global artistry at its finest. G-AOHB Black Knight soars across the sky - Canadair CT-133 Silver Star 3 takes flight. Witness aviation marvels bridging continents with their wingspan. Enter a colossal warehouse where ivory reigns supreme; sourced both from Asia and Africa. Marvel at this extraordinary view that echoes tales of craftsmanship spanning continents. "The Good Shopper" embodies Empire Buying's impact on busy factories worldwide (color litho). Celebrate diverse cultures coming together under one roof for prosperity and growth (1954). Embark on this captivating journey through time, culture, and international connections - where imports become gateways to a world of wonder and discovery.