Truffles Collection

Man and his pig looking for truffles

A French Truffle-Hunting Pig (colour litho)
6020668 A French Truffle-Hunting Pig (colour litho) by Noble, Edwin (1876-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: A French Truffle-Hunting Pig)

Truffle hunters in Perigord in France (chromolitho)
736029 Truffle hunters in Perigord in France (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Truffle hunters in Perigord in France)

Truffle Hunting Dogs 19C
Truffle hunting in Perigord (France) using dogs. Samples of truffles in corner of picture

Belgium, Flanders, Ghent, Chocolate truffles in a stand of the Christmas market in Korenmarkt

Spain, Aragon, Cantavieja, Truffled oils tasting in Hotel Spa Belfagon

Spain, Aragon, Mora de Rubielos, Fresh vegetable soup with black truffle velouta©at
Spain, Aragon, Mora de Rubielos, Fresh vegetable soup with black truffle velouteat Masia La Torre restaurant

Spain, Aragon, Rubielos de Mora, Toasted bread with black truffle and olive oil at the Los Leones restaurant

Spain, Aragon, Rubielos de Mora, Black truffle at the Los Leones restaurant

Spain, Aragon, Rubielos de Mora, Beef fillet steak with Teruels black truffle sauce with mushrooms as garnish at Los Leones restaurant

Europe, Italy, Umbria, Spello district. Truffles

italy, Piedmont, black summer truffles over fresh cheese

italy, Piedmont, black summer truffles

europe, Italy, Tuscany. a Truffle hunters dog of San giovanni D Asso

Hunting for truffle, Perigord, France, Victorian period

A man and his pig, looking for truffles. Date: circa 1900

A man out truffle hunting with a pig in Perigord, France. Date: 1908

Truffle hunt with a truffle pig in Perigord, France, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century
1900s, 19th-century, 2 people, black, black-and-white, black-white, copy, digital, digitally, drawing, drawings, drawn, eatable, edible, edible mushrooms, fungi, historic, historic illustration

Lady taking sweets/truffles/chocolates from tray by Flora White

Truffles being grown artificially (chromolitho)
736027 Truffles being grown artificially (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Truffles being grown artificially)

Berbers inspect the truffles for sale in the market in Tunis (chromolitho)
736026 Berbers inspect the truffles for sale in the market in Tunis (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Promotional and educational card depicting food specialities of the Lot Region, c
CHT218535 Promotional and educational card depicting food specialities of the Lot Region, c.1910 (colour litho) by French School

Mushroom sellers in Baden carry truffles for sale in the town (chromolitho)
736028 Mushroom sellers in Baden carry truffles for sale in the town (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Edible fungi (colour litho)
3630363 Edible fungi (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edible fungi. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon, c1895.); © Look and Learn

Department of Correze in south central France (chromolitho)
724686 Department of Correze in south central France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Department of Correze in south central France)

Eli Collins, Truffle-hunter (engraving)
3628732 Eli Collins, Truffle-hunter (engraving) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eli Collins, Truffle-hunter)

A dish garnished with truffles being served in 18th century Paris (chromolitho)
736030 A dish garnished with truffles being served in 18th century Paris (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Department of Haute-Garonne (chromolitho)
724695 Department of Haute-Garonne (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Department of Haute-Garonne)

Thirty thousand people gathered in Alba from all over Piedmont for the Truffle Fair and the Wine Exhibition
2783646 Thirty thousand people gathered in Alba from all over Piedmont for the Truffle Fair and the Wine Exhibition (colour litho) by Beltrame

Perigord (chromolitho)
734880 Perigord (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perigord. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Decorated spring chickens (photo)
5991431 Decorated spring chickens (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Decorated spring chickens)

France (Perigord): black truffle (Tuber cibarium) (chromolitho)
968685 France (Perigord): black truffle (Tuber cibarium) (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: France (Perigord): black truffle (Tuber cibarium)

Department of Lot in the southwest of France (chromolitho)
724705 Department of Lot in the southwest of France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Department of Lot in the southwest of France)

Glazed capon (photo)
5991435 Glazed capon (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glazed capon. Illustration for Progressive Catering, A Comprehensive Treatment of Food, Cookery)

Advertisement for Amieux Freres Pate de Fois Gras (chromolitho)
974552 Advertisement for Amieux Freres Pate de Fois Gras (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Truffles Christmas wreath
Diana Popescu

TRUFFLE HUNTING PIG 1939
A man with his truffle-hunting pig. He digs with a spade where the pig has found truffles - the hardest part is stopping the pig eating them before he can dig them up! Date: 1939

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France, Food and Drink, Truffles, Dog trained to find truffles with cropped view of truffle hunter with basket and holding out freshly dug truffle on palm of hand

Atelettes -- food on decorative skewers, including shellfish, vegetables, crystallised fruit, truffles and jelly. circa 1890

Bottom of tree trunk and, underneath, cross section of soil and Tuber aestivum, Summer Truffles, fruiting inbetween tree roots

Cartoon of smiling grey wild Pig grazing by the foot of tree trunk, autumn leaves scattered on grass, side view

The Truffle Pie, 1644 (oil on canvas)
XIR32727 The Truffle Pie, 1644 (oil on canvas) by Boelema de Stomme, Maerten (1611-64); 60x79.5 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes, France; Dutch, out of copyright

A WEEK WITH THE HEREFORD FUNGUS EATERS: 1. The Fungology by Easy Steps. 2. Dr. Bull, M.D. J.P. Hereford. 3. The Great Fungus from the Bank of England and Royal Observatory, Greenwich. 4

Martel, France - Preparation of Truffles
Martel in the Lot department in south-western France - preparation of Truffles. Date: circa 1910s

University of Truffle Dogs. Roddi. Piedmont. Italy

Coating truffles in cocoa powder, close up

Chocolate truffle torte, high angle view

Selection of Mushrooms and Truffles, close up

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Truffles, the elusive delicacy that has captivated the hearts of food enthusiasts for centuries. From the picturesque region of Perigord in France to truffle hunters and their loyal companions, these aromatic treasures have a rich history. In the 19th century, truffle hunting was an art form in itself. Men would venture into the forests with their trusty pigs or dogs by their side, scouring every inch of land for these hidden gems. The chromolitho from that era depicts this timeless scene - a man and his pig diligently searching for truffles amidst nature's embrace. The Victorian period also witnessed this captivating pursuit in Perigord. Truffle hunters would embark on expeditions through lush landscapes, hoping to unearth these earthy delights. A glimpse into this era reveals men engrossed in their quest, driven by passion and determination. One such image transports us back to circa 1900 when a man accompanied by his faithful pig set out on an adventure like no other. Together they combed through the terrain of Perigord, guided only by instinct and experience as they sought after those prized truffles. Fast forward to 1908; another snapshot captures a man immersed in his search alongside his trusted truffle pig companion. This historical moment showcases not just a hunt but also highlights the bond between human and animal forged during countless quests for gastronomic perfection. These images serve as reminders of how deeply ingrained truffle hunting is within French culture. They depict scenes passed down through generations - tales whispered among locals about secret spots where black diamonds lie buried beneath ancient trees. As we marvel at these glimpses into history, it becomes clear why truffles hold such allure even today. Their intoxicating aroma and unique flavor make them highly coveted ingredients in culinary creations worldwide. So next time you savor that exquisite dish adorned with shaved truffles or bite into delectable atelettes skewered with flavorful morsels, remember the truffle hunters of Perigord.