Acorns Collection (page 2)

Painted Glass Window, c. 1937. Creator: James McLellan
Painted Glass Window, c. 1937

Earrings, 1936. Creator: J. Howard Iams
Earrings, 1936

Plate 4: Caius in profile facing left, from The Twelve Caesars, 1610-40. Creator: Anon
Plate 4: Caius in profile facing left, from The Twelve Caesars, 1610-40

Folios from the Rothschild Book of Hours, Ghent or Bruges, c
494979 Folios from the Rothschild Book of Hours, Ghent or Bruges, c.1505 (tempera on vellum) (see also 494950-62, 494969-83 and 490416) by Flemish School

The Hawk and the Nightingale, from A Hundred Fables of Aesop, pub. 1903 (engraving)
3504512 The Hawk and the Nightingale, from A Hundred Fables of Aesop, pub.1903 (engraving) by Billingshurst, Percy J. (1871-1933); The Stapleton Collection; out of copyright

The Shepherd and his Sheep, from A Hundred Fables of Aesop, pub. 1903 (engraving)
3504488 The Shepherd and his Sheep, from A Hundred Fables of Aesop, pub.1903 (engraving) by Billingshurst, Percy J. (1871-1933); The Stapleton Collection; out of copyright

Calendar depitcing November, Acorns and Herds of Pigs (vellum)
900047 Calendar depitcing November, Acorns and Herds of Pigs (vellum) by Flemish School, (15th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Novembre. 25-3 fol. 11 rcA')

King of Acorns, German Playing Card. circa 1900

The Healing of the Blind Man of Jericho, right side panel of triptych showing young girl
BOO73058 The Healing of the Blind Man of Jericho, right side panel of triptych showing young girl with the patrons coat of arms, 1531 (oil on canvas transferred from panel) by Leyden

Tree sparrow
LLM339579 Tree sparrow by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tree sparrow. Familiar Wild Birds by W Swaysland (Cassell, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Lion, 1878 (stained glass)
3475527 Lion, 1878 (stained glass) by Holmes Jewitt, Edward (1849-1929); St Peter and St Pauls Church, Pickering, Yorkshire, UK; (add.info.: Shrigley & Hunt); eAlastair Carew-Cox; English

Oaks and Acorns (litho)
1042326 Oaks and Acorns (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oaks and Acorns)

The Flying Head Put To Flight (engraving)
980414 The Flying Head Put To Flight (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Flying Head Put To Flight)

There Was a Lady Loved a Swine (colour litho)
979646 There Was a Lady Loved a Swine (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: There Was a Lady Loved a Swine)

Insect on Oak Tree Leaves, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731121 Insect on Oak Tree Leaves, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Insect on Oak Tree Leaves)

Acorns and Leaves, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730954 Acorns and Leaves, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Acorns and Leaves)

Sailing on the River (chromolitho)
732946 Sailing on the River (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sailing on the River.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Christmas card with two robins (chromolitho)
731706 Christmas card with two robins (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas card with two robins)

Squirrel and Acorns (engraving)
2792726 Squirrel and Acorns (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Squirrel and Acorns. Illustration for Chatterbox (1900)

The Lady and the Unicorn: Touch (tapestry)
BAL11817 The Lady and the Unicorn: Touch (tapestry) by French School, (15th century); 375x358 cm; Musee National du Moyen Age et des Thermes de Cluny

Verse sampler, 1820 (silk on linen)
809052 Verse sampler, 1820 (silk on linen) by Ruth Titus (Haviland, Mrs Isaac E.) (1801-50); 41x43.8 cm; Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American

The Merry Wives of Windsor, Act II scene i (engraving)
971619 The Merry Wives of Windsor, Act II scene i (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merry Wives of Windsor, Act II scene i)

The Triple Entente (b / w photo)
3093825 The Triple Entente (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Triple Entente. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Phiale, libation bowl, 4th-3rd century BC (gold)
3526081 Phiale, libation bowl, 4th-3rd century BC (gold) by Greek, (4th century BC); 3.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Inscribed on the base sketchily in Greek)

Floral Detail, 1879 (stained glass)
3475668 Floral Detail, 1879 (stained glass) by Morris, William (1834-96); All Hallows, Allerton, Liverpool, UK; (add.info.: Allerton, All Hallows, M&C, WM, 1879); eAlastair Carew-Cox; English

Griffin, 1878 (stained glass)
3475525 Griffin, 1878 (stained glass) by Holmes Jewitt, Edward (1849-1929); St Peter and St Pauls Church, Pickering, Yorkshire, UK; (add.info.: Shrigley & Hunt); eAlastair Carew-Cox; English

Letter J, illustration from a Cyrillic Alphabet
CHT327087 Letter J, illustration from a Cyrillic Alphabet, end nineteenth century (colour litho) by Bem, Elisabeth (1843-1914); Private Collection; (add.info)

Still Life with Fruit, Foliage and Insects, c. 1669 (oil on canvas)
488254 Still Life with Fruit, Foliage and Insects, c.1669 (oil on canvas) by Mignon, Abraham (1640-79); 58.42 x 49.53 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

George V Sixpence, 1935 (metal)
1220142 George V Sixpence, 1935 (metal) by English School, (20th century); The Royal Mint Museum, Llantrisant, UK; (add.info.: George V (3 June 1865 - 20 January 1936)

Cymbeline, Act III, Scene VI (engraving)
971667 Cymbeline, Act III, Scene VI (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cymbeline, Act III, Scene VI)

Oak branch and acorns (colour woodblock print)
880832 Oak branch and acorns (colour woodblock print) by Kagen, Murata (19th century); 17.8x25.9 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of Mr. and Mrs

The acorn, mans first food (chromolitho)
1093808 The acorn, mans first food (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The acorn, mans first food)

From little Acorns
Jacky Parker

Le glandeur
Cédric Join

Coat-of-Arms Symbolizing the City of Paris, 1854. Creator: Charles Meryon
Coat-of-Arms Symbolizing the City of Paris, 1854

November from Album of Rustic Subjects, 1859. Creator: Jacques-Adrien Lavieille
November from Album of Rustic Subjects, 1859

Studies of the blossoms, fruits and trunk of an English oak (Quercus robur), 1788

Oak, Quercus robur, Acorns growing on the branches of tree in late summer

Horsham RH13 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Horsham RH13 6

The Acorn Harvest at Chingford, Epping Forest
Acorns being harvested in Epping Forest, near Chingford in 1904. The acorns were collected and sold at 6d. a bushel, and were chiefly bought for feeding to pigs. Date: 1904

Pedunculate / English Oak (Quercus robur or pedunculata) acorns. UK, September

October - feeding pigs on acorns, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Robinet Testard
October - feeding pigs on acorns, 15th century, (1939). A peasant couple practice pannage - the releasing of domestic pigs into woodland to feed on acorns or beechnuts

Sir Henry Morton Stanley GCB (18411904) - a Welsh journalist and explorer who was famous for his exploration of central Africa and his search for missionary and explorer David Livingstone

Methods of Warfare During The Hundred Years War, c1400, (c1930). Creator: Unknown
Methods of Warfare During The Hundred Years War, c1400, (c1930). The English attacking a French town: archers shoot arrows from a wooden siege tower as troops climb ladders

English oak tree {Quercus robur} acorn and fallen leaves in autumn, Beacon Hill Country Park, The National Forest, Leicestershire, UK, November

English oak tree {Quercus robur} acorn sprouting a fresh shoot, Beacon Hill Country Park, The National Forest, Leicestershire, UK, November

English Oak Tree
ME-2548 English Oak Tree Quercus robur Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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"Nature's Nutty Treasures: Exploring the World of Acorns" As autumn sweeps across Hampshire, the English oak (Quercus robur) proudly displays its bountiful acorns and vibrant leaves. The sight is a true testament to the beauty of nature's cycles. Intricate details adorn each acorn and leaf, showcasing the remarkable craftsmanship of Mother Earth. These tiny treasures hold within them the potential for new life, as they are essential in the oak tree's reproductive process. Acorn Woodpeckers have long recognized their value, diligently collecting and storing them in their cache. Their resourcefulness ensures a steady supply of food during lean times. But it's not just woodpeckers who appreciate these humble nuts. Magnolia hodgsonii and Quercus lamellosa, depicted in stunning 19th-century engravings, stand as witnesses to acorns' timeless allure. Centuries ago, even pigs reveled in their deliciousness. A fascinating glimpse into history reveals that November was once a time for feeding pigs on acorns - a tradition that speaks volumes about our ancestors' connection with nature. Fast forward to present-day Brighton and Hove Albion Women v Reading Women Womens Super League match; amidst fierce competition on the field, one cannot help but marvel at how this small nut has woven itself into various aspects of human existence throughout time. From nourishing wildlife to inspiring artists and sustaining ancient traditions, acorns truly embody resilience and adaptability. They remind us that even from something seemingly insignificant can sprout great strength and growth. So let us pause for a moment amid our busy lives to appreciate these unassuming wonders scattered beneath mighty oaks – symbols of hope and renewal found right at our feet.