Seed Collection (page 14)

French market sidewalk scene, Waterfront in New Orleans, Louisiana, 1935. Creator: Walker Evans
Waterfront in New Orleans. French market sidewalk scene. Louisiana

Spotted nutcracker (Nucifraga caryocatactes) searching for seeds on forest floor, Finland. October

Tropical chestnut or nawa tree, Sterculia balanghas
6338166 Tropical chestnut or nawa tree, Sterculia balanghas by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Tropical chestnut or nawa tree, Sterculia balanghas, Sterculia balanga)

F. 20 Phormium tanax, c. 1790-95 (ink & w / c)
5671558 F.20 Phormium tanax, c.1790-95 (ink & w/c) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr. to); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Series 01: Flora of Norfolk Island, ca)

F. 12 Pisonia umbelliferia, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671311 F.12 Pisonia umbelliferia, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr. to); 47.6x60.1 cm; Mitchell Library

True cinnamon tree, Cinnamomum verum
6338159 True cinnamon tree, Cinnamomum verum by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: True cinnamon tree or Ceylon cinnamon tree, Cinnamomum verum Laurus cinnamomum, Alloro cannella, o Cinnamomo)

Milkweed, Asclepias syriaca
6337726 Milkweed, Asclepias syriaca by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Common milkweed, Asclepias syriaca, showing seed and floss)

Fig tree and fruit, Ficus carica
6337943 Fig tree and fruit, Ficus carica by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Fig tree, Ficus carica, showing unripe and ripe fruit on a branch, and section through fruit)

F. 19 Samolus repens;Baloghia lucida, c. 1790-95 (ink & w / c on paper)
5671557 F.19 Samolus repens; Baloghia lucida, c.1790-95 (ink & w/c on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr. to); Mitchell Library

F. 30 Abutilon julianae, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671329 F.30 Abutilon julianae, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr. to); 47.6x60 cm; Mitchell Library

F. 22 Nestegis apetala;Pittosporum bracteolatum, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671321 F.22 Nestegis apetala; Pittosporum bracteolatum, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr)

F. 16 Hymenanthera latifolia;Streblus pendulinus, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671315 F.16 Hymenanthera latifolia; Streblus pendulinus, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr)

F. 14 Melodinus baueri, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671313 F.14 Melodinus baueri, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr. to); 47.7x59.7 cm; Mitchell Library

F. 5 Meryta angustifolia, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671304 F.5 Meryta angustifolia, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr. to); 47.7x59.7 cm; Mitchell Library

F. 18 Tetragonia implexicoma;Caparis nobilis Devils Guts, c. 1790-95 (ink & w / c on paper)
5671554 F.18 Tetragonia implexicoma; Caparis nobilis Devils Guts, c.1790-95 (ink & w/c on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr)

F. 13 Ipomea Pes, caprae;Celtis paniculata, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671312 F.13 Ipomea Pes, caprae; Celtis paniculata, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr. to); 47.6x59.5 cm; Mitchell Library

F. 2 Myoporum obscurum;Celtis paniculate, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671301 F.2 Myoporum obscurum; Celtis paniculate, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr. to); 47.56.7 cm; Mitchell Library

Young woman spinning wool, her expression is sad and her interior miserable
LRI4694872 Young woman spinning wool, her expression is sad and her interior miserable. Painting by Gerolamo (Girolamo) Induno (1825-1890) Dim. 65x52 cm Genes Nervi, Galleria d Arte Moderna, inv

True sago palm, Metroxylon sagu
6338203 True sago palm, Metroxylon sagu by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Fruit of the true sago palm, Metroxylon sagu)

The Pioneer (colour litho)
2790360 The Pioneer (colour litho) by Jefferys, Charles William (1869-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pioneer)

Crucifix, 1919 (wood engraving)
1275146 Crucifix, 1919 (wood engraving) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inscription relating to the mourning of Christ death; the crucifix; and the leading of man)

Le semeur. Peinture de Grigori (Grigoriy, Grigory) Grigoryevich Myasoyedov (Myasoedov, Miasoedov) (1834-1911)
FIA5380512 Le semeur. Peinture de Grigori (Grigoriy, Grigory) Grigoryevich Myasoyedov (Myasoedov, Miasoedov) (1834-1911), huile sur toile, 1888. Art russe, 19e siecle, realisme

Sowing with drills, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617932 Sowing with drills, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

F. 23 Jasminum volubile;Peperomia urvilleana;Passiflora adiantum, c. 1790-95 (w / c & ink on paper)
5671322 F.23 Jasminum volubile; Peperomia urvilleana; Passiflora adiantum, c.1790-95 (w/c & ink on paper) by Doody, John (fl.1790-99) (attr)

A fallen Sweet chestnut fruit (Castanea sativa) lying on the woodland floor, with a tree trunk covered in Textured lungwort (Lobaria scrobiculata) lichen, UK. October

Antique illustration of Banksia

La Fontaines Fables - The Town Rat
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Town Rat and the Country Rat

La Fontaines Fables - Acorn and the Gourd
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Acorn and the Gourd

La Fontaines Fables - Swallow and the Little Birds
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Swallow and the Little Birds

Kaleidoscope abstract

Antique illustration of Australian jungle

Antique illustration of large early red tomato

Antique illustration of Phormium tenax (flax, harakeke, New Zealand flax)

Antique illustration of apple tree

Pear

Sirop de Sucre, advertisement (chromolitho)
7153430 Sirop de Sucre, advertisement (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sirop de Sucre)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Grainetier; Seedsman; Samenhandler (engraving)
7196192 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Grainetier; Seedsman; Samenhandler (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grainetier; Seedsman; Samenhandler)

Jesuss Parables: The Sower and the Seed (colour litho)
7193101 Jesuss Parables: The Sower and the Seed (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sower and the Seed)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Blatier; Corn-merchant; Kornhandler (engraving)
7194948 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Blatier; Corn-merchant; Kornhandler (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blatier; Corn-merchant; Kornhandler)

Admiral Collingwood planting an oak tree on his estate (engraving)
7185808 Admiral Collingwood planting an oak tree on his estate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admiral Collingwood planting an oak tree on his estate)

"A Sower went forth to Sow"(engraving)
7182806 " A Sower went forth to Sow" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Catechu, Acacia Catechu (litho)
7193728 Catechu, Acacia Catechu (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catechu, Acacia Catechu)

Making a Threshing Machine (engraving)
7180743 Making a Threshing Machine (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making a Threshing Machine)

Messrs Sutton and Sons, Reading (engraving)
7161679 Messrs Sutton and Sons, Reading (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messrs Sutton and Sons, Reading)

red squirrel is riding on an tractor Date: 29-03-2021

red squirrel eating a dandelion stem with seeds
Red Squirrel is eating a dandelion stem with seeds Date: 10-06-2018

red squirrel holding a dandelion stem with seeds
Red Squirrel is holding a dandelion stem with seeds Date: 10-06-2018

Red Squirrel eating a dandelion bud with seeds Date: 11-06-2021

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"Exploring the Cosmic Origins: Seeds of Life and Beyond" Intriguingly, seeds hold within them the secrets of our cosmic origins. Just like the cosmic microwave background that permeates our universe they can a testament to the vastness and interconnectedness of life. Take for instance Elaeis guineensis Jacq. , commonly known as African oil palm. This seed not only sustains livelihoods but also symbolizes resilience in Southeast Asia's rich culinary tapestry. The spices derived from these seeds add an explosion of flavors to Thai food, tantalizing taste buds across Thailand. Delving into history, we find William Cutbush and Sons meticulously cataloging plant anatomy through Victorian botanical illustrations. Their detailed depictions capture the essence of Ginkgo biloba, also known as maidenhair tree – a living fossil with medicinal properties celebrated since ancient times. Victorian botanical illustrations further unveil nature's pharmacy by showcasing various medicinal and herbal plants. From dandelion seeds gracefully floating away on gentle breezes to Quercus suber or cork oak providing sustainable materials, each seed holds immense potential for both healing and innovation. It was Carl Linnaeus who classified these diverse wonders in his groundbreaking work "Systema Naturae. " His meticulous categorization paved the way for understanding how every seed contributes to Earth's biodiversity. Zooming closer to home, Siskin & Tits flutter around squirrel-proof globe bird feeders in Bedfordshire UK. These tiny creatures rely on seeds as their primary source of nourishment while delighting us with their vibrant presence amidst nature's beauty. Seeds truly encapsulate life's remarkable journey - from their celestial origins hinted at by cosmic microwave background radiation to their vital role in sustaining ecosystems worldwide. Let us cherish these humble yet extraordinary entities that have shaped our planet throughout time immemorial.