Betel Collection

A Bhutanese man in a Gho eating Betel nut in Bhutan

A Festive Gathering, c1163 AH/AD 1750. Creator: Unknown
A Festive Gathering, c1163 AH/AD 1750. This painting celebrates the pleasures of smoking and partaking in good company. The composition is made up of animated vignettes

Malkos Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), c1675. Creator: Unknown
Malkos Raga, Folio from a Ragamala (Garland of Melodies), c1675

Methods for making Sirih, 1783. Creator: Jan Brandes
Methods for making Sirih, 1783. Ingredients. The areca or betelnut, Gambergom and various ways of folding the betel leaf. Blossom branch of a pinang tree. With inscription

Betel-Leaf Container (Pandan), 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Betel-Leaf Container (Pandan), 19th century

Betel Seller, Betel leaves are constantly chewed by the natives (b / w photo)
3652875 Betel Seller, Betel leaves are constantly chewed by the natives (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Betel Seller)

Areca nut palm tree, Areca catechu, Arec a cachou. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lagesse after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Dragons blood palm and areca palm trees
Dragons blood palm, Daemonorops draco 1, and areca palm, Areca catechu 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after C. Franck from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Malavakusika Raga... from a Dispersed Ragmala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), early 17th cent
Malavakusika Raga: Page from a Dispersed Ragmala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), early 17th century

Punishment children mock Elisa History Elijah
Punishment of the children who mock Elisa History of Elijah and Elisha (series title) Historia Heliae et Helisei (...) (series title) Thesaurus sacrarum historiaru [m] veteris testame [n] ti

Areca catechu L. betel nut palm
Illustration of the betel nut palm tree with a study of the betel nut. Artist unknown. Plate held in the Botany Library plate collection, the Natural History Museum, London

William Alexander, British (1767-1816), A Peasant Selling Betel, 1793-1794, watercolor with pen and black ink over graphite on wove paper

Balance being used by Indian Betel dealer to weigh his goods. The leaves of Piper betel are dried and used as an antiseptic and an astringent, and for many other medicinal purposes For chewing

All about Betel chewing
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge 1858-1949. 180 x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952

Betel nut drying in the sun, Kampong Cham, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur - Street seller of Betel Leaves Date: circa 1910s

Betel Nut Seller
A vendor of betel - the leaves of the plant are wrapped round parings of the areca nut and a little lime, which is then chewed and chewed and chewed

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"Betel: A Cultural Tradition and Symbol of Bhutan" In the enchanting land of Bhutan, a Bhutanese man dressed in traditional Gho attire indulges in a time-honored practice - chewing on Betel nut. This small but significant act is deeply rooted in the country's rich cultural heritage. Dating back to the 19th century, an exquisite Betel-Leaf Container made from Pandan leaves showcases the craftsmanship of unknown artisans. It served as a vessel for storing betel leaves, which are an integral part of this age-old tradition. A captivating black and white photograph captures a Betel Seller, highlighting how natives constantly chew on these leaves. The image transports us to a bygone era when this habit was prevalent among locals. Pipes of all Peoples engraving depicts the widespread use across different cultures and communities. It symbolizes unity amidst diversity as people from various backgrounds come together through their shared love for this cherished plant. The Areca nut palm tree (Areca catechu) stands tall as one of nature's gifts, providing the key ingredient for making betel quids. Its presence alongside Dragon's Blood Palm trees creates an enchanting landscape that captivates both locals and visitors alike. Delving into history, we discover Malavakusika Raga. . from a Dispersed Ragmala Series dating back to the early 17th century. This artwork portrays musicians enjoying betel while creating soul-stirring melodies that resonate with listeners even today. Returning to modern-day Bhutan, another snapshot captures yet another Bhutanese man savoring his betel nut snack while donning his traditional Gho attire. This image serves as a reminder that despite changing times, some traditions remain steadfastly preserved. As we journey beyond Bhutan's borders to Meghalaya in India, Beetle Nut trees stand proudly with intricate trunk details showcasing their resilience and significance. These trees have witnessed generations of people partaking in this cultural practice.