Packaging Collection (#5)

Paint can
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Strong man
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Weaving baskets for artillery shells, Nottingham, First World War, 1914-1918, (1933). Factory workers making packaging out of cane or willow, for the safe transport of shells to the front

Poudre de Luzy, 1919. Private Collection

Creme de Luzy, 1919
Cre me de Luzy, 1919. Private Collection

Manufacture of matches, packaging and affixing of seals, engraving in l Illustration, 1895

Gift and ribbon gift

Advert for Lin-Can Canned Fruit

Sheer stockings packaging design by David Wright
Packaging for Glamour Girl sheer stockings from the Sherwood Knitwear Company, Burbage, Leicestershire, designed by pin-up artist David Wright

Repeating Pattern - Old style telephones - man and woman. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Repeating Pattern - Sailing Ships - pale blue background. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Repeating Pattern - Hokusai Great Wave - Circles. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Repeating Pattern - Assorted Fruit. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Repeating Pattern - Apples and Pears. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Repeating Pattern - Girl in Stars and Stripes Scarf, green
Repeating Pattern - Girl in Stars and Stripes Scarf (in green). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Victorian Boots and Shoes

Repeating Pattern - Sunflowers - Blue Background. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Repeating Pattern - Alice in Wonderland characters. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Repeating Pattern - Beehives. *PLEASE NOTE that the magifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Illustration of woman showing glass bottle and plastic packaging to boy and girl

TFAM transcription factor bound to DNA C015 / 7059
TFAM transcription factor bound to DNA, molecular model. Human mitochondrial transcription factor A (TFAM, green) bound to a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, blue and pink)

English dum-dum bullets found at Margival, France, WW1
English dum-dum bullets and part of their packaging found in a dugout at Margival, northern France, during the First World War. Date: circa 1917

DEC PDP-1 computer, on display at the Computer History Museum, USA, with take-away food and drink. Developed by DEC (Digital Equipment Corporation) in 1960, this 18-bit computer cost $120, 000

Navy Cut Medium Tobacco and Cigarettes, 1928
Players Navy Cut Medium Tobacco and Cigarettes rectangular counter card. Top centre is the head and shoulders of a sailor. His hat ribbon reads " H.M.S. INVINCIBLE"

Navy Cut mixed brands, 1924=25
Players Navy Cut tobacco fold-out counter card. The top of the card resembles a hoop which surrounds half-length figures of three navel officers

Navy Cut Medium Cigarettes, 1922
Players Navy Cut Medium cigarettes rectangular counter card with a dome to the top centre. The background of the card is black with a gold border decorated with a green and red foliate design

Navy Cut Gold Leaf Cigarettes, 1920=21
Players Gold Leaf Navy Cut cigarettes rectangular counter card. A packet of Gold Leaf cigarettes is pictured inside a blue oval frame against a gold on blue foliate background

Navy Cut Medium Cork Tip Cigarettes, 1931
Players Navy Cut Medium cork tipped cigarettes padded rectangular counter card with a glossy finish. The background is cream with a green border

Navy Cut Medium Cigarettes, 1930
Players Navy Cut Medium cigarettes rectangular counter card. The background is dark blue with a pale blue border. Centre top is an open pack of 10 Medium cigarettes with two protruding

Navy Cut Medium Cork Tip Cigarettes, 1930
Players Navy Cut Medium cork tipped cigarettes rectangular counter card depicting a young woman smoking a cigarette. Above her head the smoke has formed a ring giving the appearance of her having a

Advertisement For Lin-Can Canned Fruit, 20th century
Advert for LinCan Canned Fruit

brocade shell Nishikigai title object comparison game
The brocade shell Nishikigai (title on object) A comparison game of poems (series title) Kasen awase (series title on object)

Rein Miedema View fire North Island night cityscape painting
Rein Miedema, View of fire on the North Island at night, cityscape painting material linen oil painting wood 40, 5 w 61, 0 Oil on canvas Oak frame with profile edge signature lower right

Advert - Melti's chocolate Date: 1912

Production line at E. M. I. factory in Hayes Middlesex where the new Beatles LP Rubber Soul
Production line at E.M.I. factory in Hayes Middlesex where the new Beatles LP Rubber Soul is being manufactured, 24th November 1965

Dobsons Dairies October 1966 Workersr on Bottling and Packaging Machinery

Dobsons Dairies October 1966 A worker on Bottling and Packaging Machinery

Perfume label, Pompeia, New York, USA
Perfume label, Pompeia, The Standard Perfumes Co, New York, USA. Date: circa 1910s

Perfume label, Gordon Gordon, Chicago, USA, makers of the Princess Pat range of cosmetics. Date: circa 1920s

Perfume label in art nouveau style, Paris. Date: circa 1910s

Christmas presents in a shop window, Paris, France

Vintage Hair Net Packaging - Marquise Hair Net
Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Marquise Hair Net, light brown, graduated mesh, made of sterilised human hair, price three shillings. circa 1950s

Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Soneeta Hair Net
Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Soneeta double cap hair net in white - " A Perfect net of human hair". circa 1950s

Perfume label, Un Reve, Lorenzy-Palanca, Paris
Perfume label in art deco style, Un Reve, Lorenzy-Palanca, Paris. Date: circa 1930s

Perfume label, Eau de Cologne Extra Fine
Perfume label in art deco style, Eau de Cologne Extra Fine. Date: circa 1930s

Perfume label, Eau de Cologne extra concentree
Perfume label in art deco style, Eau de Cologne extra concentree from Jean Artaud, Paris. Date: circa 1930s

Advert for Pliofilm from Goodyear 1944
What is Pliofilm ? Developed by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, was a rubber-based clear plastic used to protect equipment, especially weapons, from water and sand during the D-Day landings

Repeating Pattern - Sailing Ships. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

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Packaging plays a crucial role in our everyday lives, ensuring that products are protected and presented in an appealing manner. From the sleek design of a home cholesterol test kit to the vintage charm of Mephisto Cigars label printed by F. Heppenheimers sons, New York, packaging tells a story. Innovative they are be seen in the form of IBM 5110 and Omnibot 2000 robot boxes, showcasing cutting-edge technology ready to revolutionize our lives. Similarly, DNA nucleosome molecular models come neatly packaged, representing the complex building blocks of life itself. Repeating patterns on tea cups bring elegance and harmony to our morning rituals while Navy Cut cigarettes from 1927-28 evoke nostalgia for a bygone era. The packaging for Navy Cut Medium cigarettes from 1924 hints at refinement and sophistication. Surprising yet captivating repeating patterns featuring skeletons remind us of life's intricate beauty even in its most delicate forms. On the other hand, Heath Robinson Motorcars' repeating pattern showcases whimsical contraptions that ignite curiosity and imagination. The allure of Art Deco is evident through repeating patterns depicting both women and an art deco woman specifically - exuding glamour and timeless style. These designs capture attention with their bold lines and geometric shapes. Lastly, Picture No. 11768763 encapsulates how they are transcend boundaries as it captures a moment frozen in time – inviting us into a world full of possibilities. From preserving freshness to telling stories through visuals or sparking emotions with nostalgic designs; packaging has become an art form that enhances our daily experiences while leaving lasting impressions on us all.