Trifles Collection

Advert for Birds custard, 1926 Date: 1926

Woman at a dressing table (colour litho)
3096313 Woman at a dressing table (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman at a dressing table)

Woman at her dressing table (colour litho)
3094383 Woman at her dressing table (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman at her dressing table)

AUTOLYCUS (WINTERS TALE)
Autolycus - a snapper-up of unconsidered trifles Date: first produced 1610/11

EDWIN AS AUTOLYCUS
The actor Edwin in the role of Autolycus - a snapper-up of unconsidered trifles Date: first produced 1610/11

Trifles
Raspberry and blackberry trifles

Music cover, Trifles Light As Air, sung by Harry Clifton. circa 1870

Advert for Birds Custard, 1927 1927

Trifles Light as Air by Barribal
A pretty young woman idly blows bubbles with a pipe. Date: 1919

Repeating Pattern - Variety of dessert dishes. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Fruit trifle in glass bowl, decorative coaster, plate, folded cloth, decorated spoon, bowl of raspberries, close up

A Snapper-up of Unconsidered Trifles by William Heath Robins
Detailed colour illustration by William Heath Robinson (1872-1910) for the Midsummer number of the Graphic showing an elf, or possibly goblin in a fantastical country setting

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"Trifles: A Delightful Medley of Indulgence and Elegance" Step back in time to the enchanting era of 1920s, where trifles reigned supreme. This captivating advert for Birds Custard from 1926 takes us on a journey through the world of delectable desserts. Picture yourself indulging in a luscious fruit trifle, served in an exquisite glass bowl adorned with a decorative coaster. The plate is elegantly set with folded cloth and a beautifully decorated spoon awaits your first taste. In another scene, we find ourselves witnessing the intimate moments of a woman at her dressing table. A color litho portrays her grace and poise as she prepares herself for the day ahead and can not only found on dessert tables but also within these delicate moments of self-care and beauty rituals. The allure continues as we encounter AUTOLYCUS, portrayed by Edwin himself, capturing our attention with his charismatic performance, and are be found even in unexpected places like theatrical performances that bring joy to our hearts. Music fills the air as Harry Clifton sings "Trifles Light As Air, " transporting us into a whimsical realm where every worry dissipates amidst delightful melodies. The music cover itself showcases Barribal's artistry, depicting trifles floating effortlessly like clouds above us. A repeating pattern catches our eye - an array of dessert dishes showcasing the endless possibilities trifles offer to satisfy any sweet tooth craving. From creamy custards to vibrant fruits layered delicately within each bite, these they can truly works of culinary art. William Heath Robins' masterpiece "A Snapper-up of Unconsidered Trifles" reminds us that sometimes it is those small details that hold immense significance in life's tapestry. Just like how every ingredient contributes its unique flavor to create a perfect trifle, so do these unconsidered trifles shape our experiences.