Chops Collection

Assorted meats. Chicken (upper right), beef (upper left), minced lamb (centre right) and pork chops (lower left) are all good sources of protein

James Polkinghorne, the Cornish Wrestler, Artist Unknown
Oil on canvas, English School, 19th century. In the 15th century, wrestling was the national sport of Cornwall and historical sources have written that, at the Battle of Agincourt in 1415

The Provision Shop. A General Grocers store selling rabbits, turkeys, chops, butter and tinned foods

The Right Hon Lord Claud Hamilton, The Dowager, illustration from Vanity Fair 10th March, 1877 (colour litho)
612900 The Right Hon Lord Claud Hamilton, The Dowager, illustration from Vanity Fair 10th March, 1877 (colour litho) by Ward

George Hudson, 1846 (oil on canvas)
930105 George Hudson, 1846 (oil on canvas) by Grant, Francis (1803-78); 239x147 cm; Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens, Tyne & Wear

Illustration for La Vie De Londres by Mars (litho)
3096854 Illustration for La Vie De Londres by Mars (litho) by Bonvoisin, Maurice Charles Mathieu (Mars) (1849-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Chops of the Channel, and How They are Lighted (engraving)
3655909 The Chops of the Channel, and How They are Lighted (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chops of the Channel, and How They are Lighted)

Portrait of Herbert Spencer (oil on canvas)
GIA1163644 Portrait of Herbert Spencer (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herbert Spencer (27 April 1820 - 8 December 1903) was an English philosopher

Chef weighing letters and food on scales, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730693 Chef weighing letters and food on scales, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chef weighing letters and food on scales)

Caricature of Leon Manchon, c. 1858 (charcoal with stumping & white heightening on blue
3251451 Caricature of Leon Manchon, c.1858 (charcoal with stumping & white heightening on blue paper) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 61.2x45.2 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Mr. and Mrs

Baron Alphonse James de Rothschild (engraving)
726891 Baron Alphonse James de Rothschild (engraving) by Florian, (fl.1895); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baron Alphonse James de Rothschild)

A Tour on a Tandem Tricycle (engraving)
1591934 A Tour on a Tandem Tricycle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tour on a Tandem Tricycle)

Portrait of Admiral Henry Meynell (oil on canvas)
780785 Portrait of Admiral Henry Meynell (oil on canvas) by Grant, Francis (1803-78); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

A Butcher at work at Davids Smith Butchery, Coventry Circa 1951

MR BUZFUZ / DICKENS
Serjeant Buzfuz. Dickens describes him as a driving, chaffing, masculine bar orator, who twists Chops and Tomato Sauce into a declaration of love

CATS MEAT MAN / PETHERICK
The cats meat man chops up meat on his barrow watched by a hopeful cat and dog. Date: 1870

Lamb chop on a plate in a restaurant; boston massachusetts usa

Cote de boeuf, beef cutlet, meat dish popular in France

Friends at Table
Engraving by an unknown artist showing a man at his dinner table eating chops, potatoes and bread watched by two hungry dogs and a cat

Mutton Chops
Two mutton chops fried in breadcrumbs and served with chips Date: 1950s

Japan - A Japanese Cook. Date: circa 1910s

Picture No. 10773580
Fresh Meat - Lamb chops Date:

Picture No. 10773581
Fresh Meat - Lamb chops Date:

Cattle farming, tractor loading bale of straw into straw chopper used to bed cattle pens, Northumberland, England, May

Cattle farming, blowing chopped straw for bedding in beef finishing lot with straw chopper, Northumberland, England, May

Lamb lollipops, marinated and grilled lamb rib chops, on brown plate

Meat, fish and pulses laid out on a table

Chuck steak and two pork chops

Raw lamb chops, close up

Scottiglia di Cinghiale, dish containing wild boar chops, popular in Tuscany

Large cut of lamb on wooden chopping board, with sharp knife next to it, high angle view

Servants in Love
An Edwardian Scullery Maid falls for the Hall Boy as he chops firewood. Date: early 1900s (re-enactment)

Dog and Food Smells
The smell of those chops on the table is almost more than he can bear, but he waits in hope to get the bones... circa 1912

Port Said, Egypt - Commercial Street
Commercial Street (Chareh-el-Tegara) - Port Said, Egypt

Southern Croatian Man
Like the Hero - a southern Croatian man in traditional costume, albeit in very Albanian-style trousers

Fish market, Mercado dos Lavradores, Funchal, Madeira
Fishmongers in the fish market at the Mercado dos Lavradores (Workers Market) in Funchal, the capital city of Madeira

Fishmonger, Mercado dos Lavradores, Funchal, Madeira
A fishmonger chops up a piece of fish at the Mercado dos Lavradores (Workers Market) in Funchal, the capital city of Madeira

Wood Vendors, Constantinople
Wood vendors - Constantinople with a view of the port and the Galata Tower in the distance

Chicago Stockyards 2
Sheep arriving at the Chicago stockyards to be converted into legs of mutton and lamb chops

Chicago Stockyards 3
Pigs arriving at the Chicago stockyards to be converted into pork chops and sausages

The Grill-Room at the South Kensington Museum (now the Victoria and Albert Museum) in 1871. Also known as the Poynter Room or Dutch Kitchen

Gipsy Woman & Flowers
An old gipsy woman chops leaves off flower stalks, possibly tidying them up so that she can sell them. Her dog looks soulfully into her eyes, seeking her attention

Chopping Vegetabels
A housewife chops up vegetables for that nights dinner

Evans Supper-Rooms
1 o clock a.m at Evans Supper-Rooms: copious quantities of chops, kidneys, sausages and ale have been quaffed by these gentlemen while they listen to the acts

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"Exploring the World of Chops: A Gastronomic Journey through Art and History" Indulge in a delectable assortment of chops, as we embark on a culinary adventure that spans centuries. From succulent cuts of assorted meats to renowned figures immortalized in art, let us uncover the fascinating stories behind these mouthwatering delights. In the realm of sports, James Polkinghorne, the Cornish Wrestler, showcases his formidable strength while tantalizing our taste buds with thoughts of post-match feasts. Meanwhile, an enigmatic artist unknown captures the essence in their vibrant brushstrokes at The Provision Shop. Delve into history as we encounter The Right Hon Lord Claud Hamilton and The Dowager portrayed in an illustration from Vanity Fair. Their refined elegance serves as a backdrop for contemplating indulgent chop-filled banquets enjoyed by high society during 19th-century London. George Hudson's oil painting transports us back to bustling Victorian streets where vendors proudly display their sizzling chops. La Vie De Londres provides a whimsical lithographic glimpse into this era's culinary scene - one can almost smell the aroma wafting through its pages. Discover how even literature pays homage to this savory delight with "The Chops of the Channel, and How They are Lighted, " depicted in an enchanting engraving. Herbert Spencer's portrait reminds us that great minds also appreciate fine cuisine; perhaps he pondered philosophical concepts over plates adorned with perfectly grilled chops. Step into a chef's world where letters and food share equal importance on scales captured within a charming Christmas card chromolithograph. Albany Hancock is immortalized twice - once in black-and-white photography highlighting his contribution to gastronomy and again through caricature by Leon Manchon, showcasing his larger-than-life personality. As we conclude our journey through time and artistry intertwined with deliciousness personified by chops, let us celebrate this timeless delicacy that has delighted palates across generations. Bon appétit.