Jars Collection

The Pharmacy, 1912 artwork
The Pharmacy (1912). Oil painting by the Swiss artist Marius Borgeaud (1861-1924) titled La Pharmacie (The Pharmacy). The signature and date (1912) are at lower left

Poster design, Grimwade Fine Art Pottery, Stoke. Date: circa 1920s

Jars and tins of anchovies, Desclaux factory, Collioure, Roussillon, France, Europe

Spare kidneys. Conceptual computer artwork of spare kidneys stored in jars. This may represent the growth of human tissue to produce material for transplant surgery to replace defective or old body

Wedding at Cana Date: 1562

St Bartholomews Hospital, London - The Museum
A view of the medical museum at St Bartholomews Hospital in the City of London. The room is packed with shelves and display cases containing medical specimens, most of them in glass jars

Frys Cocoa advertisement by John Hassall
Advert for Frys Cocoa Powder showing two burglars, delighted to discover several jars of Frys cocoa and Frys milk chocolate in a safe. 2nd December 1908

Advert for John Pound & Co dressing case 1912
Ladys real pigskin dressing case, with solid silver fittings. Advertisement John Pound & Co dressing cases. John Pound became Lord Mayor of London in 1904

A Korean terracotta jar / pot seller and his seated chum
A Korean terracotta jar/pot seller and his seated chum (smiling) Date: circa 1910

Victoria College, Alexandria - Chemistry Laboratory
Part of the Chemistry Laboratory at the Victoria College, Alexandria, Egypt

General Store at Orphan Homes of Scotland, Bridge of Weir
The general store at the Orphan Homes of Scotland, Bridge of Weir, Renfrewshire. Jars of sweets feature prominently on its shelves

EMBALMING
Egyptians embalming their dead with strips of fine linen smeared with gum. In the foreground there are three jars for the organs of the body

Advert for John Pound & Co cases 1913
Advertisement John Pound & Co dressing cases. John Pound became Lord Mayor of London in 1904. With less time to run his business, he gave contol of the company to his two sons

Oleum Olivarum, plate 12 from Nova Reperta, engraved by Philip Galle, c
XJF448294 Oleum Olivarum, plate 12 from Nova Reperta, engraved by Philip Galle, c.1580-1605 (engraving) by Straet, Jan van der (Giovanni Stradano) (1523-1605) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scientist in Metropolitan Police laboratory
A scientist at work in a Metropolitan Police laboratory, during the early days of forensic science. Date: circa 1920s

Doctor writing prescription
Doctor writing a prescription. Historical artwork taken from " The Dentist" by Pietro Longhi (1702- 1785)

Pithos (plural - pithoi) - a large ancient Greek storage container. Some very fine examples excavated from within the Minoan palace at Knossos on Crete. Date: circa 1920s

Ukraine, Countryside, Roadside Farm Stand, Mushrooms, Honey, Apples, Jams And Brooms

Stirrup-Spout Vessel: Shrine Scene, 150-300 AD (ceramic)
1068448 Stirrup-Spout Vessel: Shrine Scene, 150-300 AD (ceramic) by Moche; 16.04x11.59x18.73 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Moche culture); The Nora and John Wise Collection

Vessel, Dbl-Sp Str-Hdl (Deity Figure), 200 (ceramic)
1068452 Vessel, Dbl-Sp Str-Hdl (Deity Figure), 200 (ceramic) by Nazca Culture; 20.4800609601xx cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Advert, Haywards Military Pickle, the great digestive. 1937

Romania, Constanta, Ceramic pots in the Roman Mosaic Museum, also known as the Roman Edifice

Hither Green Lane, Hither Green, Lewisham, London. Date: circa 1908

Native Street Store - Maala Village, Aden, Yemen Date: circa 1910s

USA, New Hampshire, Canterbury, Canterbury Shaker Village, former Shaker religious community, herbs

Tunisia, Northern Tunisia, Nefza, local honey

Cremation Urns for sale outside St Nicholas Cathedral, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Earthenware jugs, Cappadocia, Turkey

Almond cream, Puntagorda, La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain

Architectural detail, Chora, Amorgos, Cyclades Islands, Greece

Chairs and table, Santorini, Kyclades, South Aegean, Greece, Europe

Bright bouquet
Gigi Rosado

Flowers In a vintage Honey Can
Raissa Oltmanns

Lemon Bunch In Vase
Raissa Oltmanns

Flowers In a Vinatge Tea Can
Raissa Oltmanns

Flowers In a vintage Can
Raissa Oltmanns

Tunisia - a trader in a shops in the medina of Tunis
Tunisia - a fantastic photographic portrait of a trader in a shop in the medina of Tunis. Possibly a fruit seller? Date: circa 1908

Canary Islands - Fountain in the Plaza de Santo Domingo, Las Palmas. Date: circa 1910s

Japan - Earthenware Shop
Earthenware Shop, Japan. Date: circa 1920s

The Jar market at Gaza
The jar market in Gaza is famous for its pottery, especially for its water jars which are seen stacked here. Date: 1912

Advert for Certo pure fruit pectin, featuring a recipe for strawberry jam. Date: 1932

Advert,s Moss, Druggist and Chemist, Cheltenham
Advert,s Moss, Druggist, Operative & Experimental Chemist, High Street, Cheltenham. Date: 1826

Canopic jars. Egypt
Egypt. Canopic jars. Archaeological Museum. Istanbul. Turkey

Canopic jars
Polychormed canopic jars. Used by the egyptians during the mummification to preserve the viscera. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Way to Increase your Greengage Jam Ration
Owing to the short supply of sugar, it was necessary to cut down the amount used in the jam production. Illustrated by William Heath Robinson showing inside a jam factory where every part of

Burial containers, Xieng Khouang, Laos
Burial containers in the Plain of Jars at Xieng Khouang, Phonsavan, Laos. Thousands of these stone jars lie scattered throughout the Xieng Khouang plain in the Lao Highlands -- archaeologists believe

CANOPIC JAR
Canopic jars, from the city of Canopis, are used to store the hearts or other organs of deceased people whose bodies have been mummified. Date: BCE

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"Jars: A Timeless Symbol of Nostalgia, Craftsmanship, and Versatility" Step into the world of jars, where history and artistry intertwine to create a captivating tale. From advertisements to artwork, these humble vessels have left an indelible mark on our lives. In the realm of advertisement, jars take center stage as they showcase products like Robertsons Golden Shred Marmalade. With their enticing labels and promises of delectable flavors, these jars beckon us to indulge in sweet moments. Travel back in time to 1912 at The Pharmacy and witness an exquisite artwork depicting jars in all their glory. Each stroke captures the essence of these containers that hold secrets within their glass walls. Grimwade Fine Art Pottery's poster design showcases the elegance and craftsmanship behind every jar. Stoke's proud tradition shines through as each piece becomes a work of art itself. Venture across borders to Desclaux factory in Collioure, Roussillon, France. Jars and tins filled with anchovies line the shelves - a testament to culinary delights preserved for generations. But wait and can not limited to food alone; spare kidneys find solace within them at St Bartholomews Hospital Museum in London. These medical marvels remind us how jars play a vital role even beyond our kitchens. Transport yourself further back in time as you encounter Wedding at Cana from 1562. Amongst this iconic biblical scene lies intricately designed amphorae - ancient predecessors to modern-day jars - holding precious liquids for celebration. John Hassall's Frys Cocoa advertisement takes us on another journey through time. Amidst vibrant colors and bold typography lies a jar brimming with rich cocoa goodness – an invitation for indulgence during tea-time rituals. John Pound & Co cases' adverts from 1913 capture the essence of luxury travel accompanied by elegantly crafted dressing cases.