Jars Collection (page 9)

Advert for Maple & Co. library table & chair 1904
Library table, finely carved with lift-up flap exposing deep well fitted pigeon-holes and ten drawers, stationery rack with fall-down flap comes with back chair in marone morocco. Date: 1904

Early Mesopotamian Painted Pottery Date: 1938

Wilhelmina Barns-Graham, artist, at work in her studio
Wilhelmina Barns-Graham (1912-2004), one of the St Ives School of artists and founder member of the Penwith Arts Society, seen here at work in her studio in St Ives, Cornwall

Hopi Snake Priest entering Snake Kiva, Oraibi, Arizona, USA
Hopi Snake Priest entering The Snake Kiva (or Sacred Dwelling ), Oraibi, Arizona, USA. This is the depository for snakes collected during eight days prior to the ceremony

Medical leeches for sale in Indonesia C015 / 3539
Close up of medicinal leeches in jars for sale on the island of Tenate, Halmahera, Maluku Islands, Indonesia

Ali Baba & the forty thieves
The forty thieves (cats) hiding in oil jars. Artist: Louis Wain Date: 1903

Macedonian women at the fountain
Country Women at the village fountain, Macedonia Date: circa 1913

Knossos - Crete - Large storage jars
The excavations of Sir Arthur Evans at Knossos revealed a remarkable set of large Minoan storage jars, or pithoi. The compartments in the floor were for grain and produce

Jars of chilli jelly

Jars of raspberry jam with waxed paper discs and cellophane covers, close-up

Susi - with baking bowl full of suds. 1950s

Using Ponds Cold Cream
Illustrations depicting women using various Ponds skincare products, available in jars for use at home, or tube for when travelling. Date: 1935

S駯u, Senegal
View of the administration district in S駯 u, a village near the southern border of Senegal (then French West Africa), with a line of people carrying baskets on their head following the road

Moses Fountain in Suez, Egypt
Moses Fountain encircled with palm trees and with a cottage in the background in Suez, north-eastern Egypt. Date: circa 1900

Alabaster heads from Tutankhamuns tomb
Three Alabaster heads portraying Tutankhamun (reigned 13321323 BC) from his tomb, as discovered by Howard Carter among others in 1922 in the Valley of Kings

The Dispensary at the London Hospital, Whitechapel
Patients with a variety of ailments being administered medicine at the Dispensary at the London Hospital in Whitechapel, East London in 1888. Date: 1888

The miracle of Elisha - 2 Kings 4. circa 1690

Melchizedek bringing forth bread and wine
Melchizedek, King of Salem, bringing forth bread and wine and blessing Abram (Abraham) - Thomas Bankes Bible, Genesis 14.19. 1787

The man Who Said Big Ben Was Wrong by H M Bateman. This illustration shows what would happen when the establishment is doubted. The whole world jars, a wobble in the time contiuum

Bailleul, France - Pharmacy. Date: circa 1910s

San Francisco, USA - Golden Gate International Exposition
San Francisco, California, USA - Golden Gate International Exposition - The Court of the Moon. Date: 1939

Villagers drawing water, Iraq. Date: circa 1930s

Purple and white flowers in a jar on a cutout Christmas card
Purple and white flowers in a glass jar on a cutout Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

The Netherlands experienced no shortage during WW1
Poor Little Neighbour. According to the French illustrator of this postcard (Emile Dupuis), whilst France and Belgium were starving and suffering shortages in 1916

Excavations at Ostia, Rome reveal the Oil Stores - Italy
Excavations reveal large oil storage jars at Ostia (the Ancient Port of Rome), Rome, Italy. Date: circa 1909

Horse doping tests in a laboratory, Newmarket
Horse doping tests -- a laboratory technician in a white coat pours a sample from a large glass jar into a smaller container as part of the testing process at the Horse Doping Test Centre in

Vietnam - Native Distillery for flowers and alcohol
Native Distillery for flowers (scent production) and alcohol at Nam Dinh, Red River Delta, North Vietnam. Date: circa 1910s

Best English Cut Crystal Table Glass, Plate 93, showing jugs, jars, decanters, glasses and other items. Date: circa 1880s

Art pottery, Latest Novelties, Plate 90, showing vases, jugs, jars and other items in a range of styles and patterns. Date: circa 1880s

Art pottery, Latest Novelties, Plate 89, showing vases, jugs, jars and other items in a range of styles and patterns. Date: circa 1880s

Art pottery, Plate 82, showing a range of styles and patterns, including human and animal figures, and ornate containers. Date: circa 1880s

White earthenware, Plate 59, showing dishes, serving dishes, jugs, bowls and other items. Date: circa 1880s

French China Vases, Plate 77, showing ornately decorated vases in different shapes and styles. Date: circa 1880s

China Ornaments, Plate 78, showing human and animal figures, and other items. Date: circa 1880s

Coloured and Decorated Glass, Plate 152, showing a range of vases and jars. Date: circa 1880s

Coloured and Decorated Glass, Plate 151, showing a range of lustres, bowls, vases and jars. Date: circa 1880s

Hookahs and Pipes, Plate 129. Date: circa 1880s

Punic-Phoecian glass. Bottle. Polycrome. 6th-4th C. BC. From Empuries. Catalonia. Spain. Episcopal Museum. Vic. Catalonia. Spain

Spain. Catalonia. Llivia. Old pahrmacy bottles. Museum of Esteve Pharmacy

Spain. Catalonia. Llivia. Baroque cupboard by Josep Sunyer
Spain. Catalonia. Llivia. Baroque cupboard (cordialer) by Josep Sunyer. Museum of Esteve Pharmacy

Glassware. Glasses, bottles and jars. Waino Aaltonen Museum. Turku. Finland

Pharmaceutical porcelain jars. Pharmacy Museum. Turku. Finland

Pharmaceutical jars for storing Aspirina and Bicarbonat. Pharmacy Museum. Turku. Finland

Pharmaceutical glass containers. 1700. Pharmacy Museum. Turku. Finland

Pharmaceutical containers with inscriptions, and mortar. pharmacy Museum. Turku. Finland

Pharmaceutical jars. Spanish Albarello. 17th century. Pharma
Pharmaceutical jars for storing Aspirina and Bicarbonat. Pharmacy Museum. Turku. Finland

Minoan art. Palace of Knossos. Western stores. Pithoi or sto
Minoan art. Palace Complex of Knossos. (1700 BC-1450 BC). Overview of the Western stores. Pithoi or storage jars, used to store food. Island of Crete. Greece

Canopic jars. Tomb 116. Cemetery A. Riqqeh. C. 1950-1800 BC
Canopic jars for the deceaseds liver, lungs, stomach and intestines. Tomb 116. Cemetery A. Riqqeh, Egypt. C.1950-1800 BC. Middle Kingdom. Limestone. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum. Copenhagen. Denmark

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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.