Gourd Collection

Argentina, Ushuaia. Typical calabash gourd cups for mate (aka chimarrao or cimarron)
Typical calabash gourd cups for mate, Ushuaia Province, Argentina

Gourd (Cucurbitaceae family), taro or dasheen (Colocasia esculenta), and pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo)
GOURD, TARO, & PUMPKIN. Gourd (Cucurbitaceae family), taro or dasheen (Colocasia esculenta), and pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo): engraving for Basilius Beslers " Florilegium"

Tomando Mate - Argentina
Gaucho taking mate in Argentina. Tomando mate or " taking mate, " is a cultural practice, which refers literally to drinking a semi-bitter herbal infusion of crushed yerba mate leaves in

Turban squash (Cucurbita) and other mixed squashes

Set of thirteen Apostles Spoons (1626) (engraving)
6006903 Set of thirteen Apostles Spoons (1626) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Set of thirteen Apostles Spoons (1626)

Nigeria, Sokoto - Carving gourds Date: circa 1920s

Angola, Africa - Marimba Players
Luanda, Angola, Africa - A local band with seated Marimba players

St. Jerome in his Study, 1514 (engraving)
XOS1273993 St. Jerome in his Study, 1514 (engraving) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 25.4x19 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

An engraving depicting hunters attempting to catch the wild duck. To approach the birds
5311047 An engraving depicting hunters attempting to catch the wild duck. To approach the birds, the hunters equip themselves with dried gourds in which they make holes just large enough to see

Varieties of squash, pumpkin and gourd, Cucurbita pepo and Cucurbita maxima
FLO4627146 Varieties of squash, pumpkin and gourd, Cucurbita pepo and Cucurbita maxima. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire's Flowers of the Gardens

Chinese men hunting wild ducks with decoy gourd hats in the river, Qing Dynasty
FLO4590527 Chinese men hunting wild ducks with decoy gourd hats in the river, Qing Dynasty. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste

Fruit and flowers of the watermelon, Citrullus lanatus, and calabash gourd Cucumis lagenaria
5856496 Fruit and flowers of the watermelon, Citrullus lanatus, and calabash gourd Cucumis lagenaria; (add.info.: Fruit and flowers of the watermelon, Citrullus lanatus)

Squash flowers and fruit, Cucurbita pepo, and verrucosa, Cucurbita verrucosa
5856497 Squash flowers and fruit, Cucurbita pepo, and verrucosa, Cucurbita verrucosa; (add.info.: Squash flowers and fruit, Cucurbita pepo, and verrucosa, Cucurbita verrucosa)

Squirting cucumber or exploding cucumber. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David
FLO4982894 Squirting cucumber or exploding cucumber. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimen's Medicinal Plants

Autumn Box
Inna Karpova

A strolling minstrel at Madras playing the tingadee, 1876. Creator: Unknown
A strolling minstrel at Madras playing the tingadee, 1876. Indian musician...of the Dher caste...playing on an instrument called the tingadee, which is composed of three gourds

Weird Face, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Weird Face, 19th century

Gourd, two peaches and a walnut, 1714-1760. Creator: Michiel van Huysum
Gourd, two peaches and a walnut, 1714-1760

Greenhouse with ornamental gourd, 1897-1901. Creator: Theo van Hoytema
Greenhouse with ornamental gourd, 1897-1901. Flowering and fruit-bearing plant in a greenhouse. In the background a brick wall and, through the glass roof of the greenhouse, a view of a clear blue sky

Gourd-Shaped Sake Cup, Mid-19th century. Creator: Ohara Mitsuhiro
Gourd-Shaped Sake Cup, Mid-19th century

Gooseneck Gourd, Mid-19th century. Creator: Ohara Mitsuhiro
Gooseneck Gourd, Mid-19th century

Horse in Gourd, First half of 19th century. Creator: Naito Toyomasa
Horse in Gourd, First half of 19th century

Still Life with Fish and Fruit, 1652. Creator: Harmen Steenwijck
Still Life with Fish and Fruit, 1652

Landscape with Fruits and Vegetables in the foreground, 1600-1651. Creator: Abraham Bloemaert
Landscape with Fruits and Vegetables in the foreground, 1600-1651

The Seven Works of Mercy, 1504. Creator: Master of Alkmaar
The Seven Works of Mercy, 1504. Pilgrims are given shelter - some wear scallop shells on their hats, the symbol of the Camino de Santiago. One of the seven Corporal Works of Mercy

Festoon of Fruit and Flowers, 1660-1670. Creator: Jan Davidsz de Heem
Festoon of Fruit and Flowers, 1660-1670. Butterflies, snails, beetles, caterpillars, flies and ladybirds are attracted to fruits including pomegranates, grapes, peaches, plums and figs

Pélerinage de St Roch, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Pelerinage de St Roch, 19th century. Pilgrimage of St Roch, after the painting by Petral Vilernomz. Wall, with the saint's water gourd, and a dog disappearing behind

Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXVII, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXVII, c. 1575/1580

Minakuchi: Dried Gourd Shavings, A Local Specialty (Minakuchi, meibutsu kanpyo)... c. 1833/34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Minakuchi: Dried Gourd Shavings, A Local Specialty (Minakuchi, meibutsu kanpyo), from the series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido gojusan tsugi no uchi)

Minakuchi: Dried Gourd Shavings, A Local Specialty (Minakuchi, meibutsu kanpyo)... c. 1833/34. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Minakuchi: Dried Gourd Shavings, A Local Specialty (Minakuchi, meibutsu kanpyo), from the series "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Tokaido gojusan tsugi no uchi)

Gourd-Shaped Ewer with Twisted Rope Handle, Lotus Leaves, and Floral Sprays... 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Gourd-Shaped Ewer with Twisted Rope Handle, Lotus Leaves, and Floral Sprays, Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918-1392), 12th century

International exhibition of fruits, vegetables, etc. in the Horticultural Society's gardens, 1862. Creator: Unknown
International exhibition of fruits, vegetables, etc. in the Horticultural Society's gardens - gourds, 1862. Besides the domestic contributions, which were of magnificent size and quality

Varieties of squash, pumpkin and gourd, Cucurbita pepo and Cucurbita maxima. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Pimos Indians in Arizona (b / w photo)
CHT202636 Pimos Indians in Arizona (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; American, out of copyright

Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Grasshopper on Gourd Vine, 1882. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Grasshopper on Gourd Vine, 1882

Portrait of Golden Retriever puppy with paw on rim of basket full of gourds, Connecticut, USA

Background print for a menu depicting the five senses, late 19th century (colour litho)
CHT177850 Background print for a menu depicting the five senses, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Pumpkin and Squash
Carrie Arnold

Butterflies and day flying moths feed from Loofah flower (Luffa cylindrica) and pick up pollen on their legs, underside of thorax and antennae, South Sichuan Bamboo Sea, China

Frenchman with large gourd in a market in Montaigu-de-Quercy
Frenchman with a large gourd on a market stall in Montaigu-de-Quercy in the Tarn-et-Garonne department in the Occitanie region of southern France

Berkshire piglet in a basket among squashes in early autumn; Rhode Island, USA. October

Golden Retriever puppy, 6 weeks, amongst gourds, Illinois, USA

Armenia, Areni, wine gourds

Uruguay, Montevideo, Calabash Gourds with Bombillas(drinking straws) for drinking mate are sold on the streets of the city

Gourds
Cicek Kiral

Spotlight
Lydia Jacobs

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In the enchanting city of Ushuaia, Argentina, one can immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage that revolves around gourds. These typical calabash gourd cups are not just ordinary vessels; they hold a special place in Argentinean tradition as they are used for mate, also known as chimarrao or cimarron. Travel back in time to 1613 and explore Basilius Besler's Florilegium, a captivating engraving that showcases various members of the Cucurbitaceae family such as gourds, taro or dasheen, and pumpkins. This intricate artwork published in Nuremberg transports us to an era where botanical wonders were celebrated. Tomando Mate - Argentina captures the essence of Argentinean culture with locals indulging in this beloved beverage. The set of thirteen Apostles Spoons from 1626 adds a touch of elegance to any table setting while reminding us of historical craftsmanship. Venturing further across continents, we find ourselves amidst the carving gourds scene in Sokoto, Nigeria. Witnessing these skilled artisans transform simple gourds into stunning works of art is truly awe-inspiring. Meanwhile, Angola beckons with its vibrant Marimba Players who create mesmerizing melodies using traditional instruments made from gourds. Ulisse Aldrovandi's Squash engravings take us on a journey through time once again. Dating back to the 16th century, these plates showcase heirloom squash varieties that have stood the test of time and continue to captivate our taste buds today. St Jerome in his Study (1514) presents an intriguing glimpse into history through an engraving depicting St Jerome surrounded by books and artifacts including a staff and gourd—a testament to his pilgrim following along St James's Way. Lastly, let us not forget about nature's bounty as we encounter a purebred Berkshire piglet frolicking in the autumnal beauty of Smithfield, Rhode Island.