Trays Collection (#3)

Truro railway station, Cornwall. 12th June 1918
A group of women and girls with the station master, collecting for the Railway Benevolent Institution on the platform of Truro railway station during the First World War

Somali Fruit Traders - Aden, Yemen
Somali Fruit Traders - Aden, a seaport in Yemen Date: circa 1910s

A Woman Slicing Bread Interior home woman cutting bread seated
A Woman Slicing Bread, Interior of a home with a woman cutting bread seated at a table. On the table is a booklet, a tin can, a glass and trays of butter and cheese

Iraq Mesopotamia Baghdad Views street scenes
Iraq. (Mesopotamia). Baghdad. Views, street scenes, and types. Typical copper store with jugs and trays. 1932, Iraq, Baghdad

Sauce Boats Trays 1890 Barbour Silver Company
Sauce Boats and Trays, c. 1890. Barbour Silver Company (American), attributed to William Christmas Codman (British, 1839-1921). Silver; overall: 11.4 x 19.7 x 9.8 cm (4 1/2 x 7 3/4 x 3 7/8 in.)

Mobile Chinese Street Food Cook and Vendor - preparing lunch - Beijing, China. Date: circa 1910s

CS Winifred Barker and Superintendent Shirley Becke
Winifred Theodora Barker (c1909-1995), third commander of the Met Police A4 (Women s) Branch, rising to the rank of Chief Superintendent in 1960

Queue de Luxe, illustration by William Heath Robinson
Queue de Luxe (Luxury Queue), with upper class people waiting for a bus, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Credit must appear as: Courtesy of Mrs J. C

Fig packing - Djanik Elmassian Fig Factory, Izmir, Turkey
Fig packing at the Djanik Elmassian Fig Factory and depot at Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey. A very traditional scene in the main fig-producing region in Turkey. Date: circa 1910s

Market women and their Bananas - Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies. Date: 1909

The Hunza Valleys celebrated apricots are laid out to dry in the autumnal sunshine on round trays

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Mammal, pet rabbits, Dutch and agouti onwith Tiffanie kitten, studio Date:

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Mammal. Tiffanie kitten( blue shaded ) with pet rabbit (agouti )studio Date:

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Mammal. Tiffanie kitten( blue shaded ) with pet rabbit (agouti )studio Date:

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Mammal. Tiffanie kitten( blue shaded ) with pet rabbit (agouti )studio Date:

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Mammal. Tiffanie kitten( blue shaded ) with pet rabbit (agouti )studio Date:

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Mammal. Tiffanie kitten( blue shaded ) with pet rabbit (agouti )studio Date:

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CAT. Tiffanie kitten( blue shaded ) in Christmas setting Date:

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CAT. Tiffanie kitten( blue shaded ) in Christmas setting Date:

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CAT. Tiffanie kitten( blue shaded ) in Christmas setting Date:

Air crash investigation, clerical staff at work
Air crash investigation, three clerical staff at work in an office. Date: 1960s

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

China medallions, Tea and Coffee Sets, Plate 39
China medallions, Tea and Coffee Sets on revolving trays, Plate 39, showing patterned cups and saucers, plates, teapots and coffee pots. Date: circa 1880s

Myanmar - Village Scene - preparing food
Myanmar - Village Scene - preparing (pounding!) food using a large pestle and mortar Date: circa 1910

Majolica Ware, Plate 67, showing a range of items, including a tray, teapots, cups and saucers, jugs, dishes and bowls. Date: circa 1880s

China Toilet Table Sets, Plate 58, showing plain and patterned trays, candlesticks, jars, pots and bowls. Date: circa 1880s

China Tea and Breakfast Services, Plate 33
China Tea and Breakfast Services, Tea and Coffee Sets with Tray, Plate 33, showing blue and white patterned plates, cups and saucers, covered dishes, teapots, coffee pots, sugar bowls and milk jugs

Tea and Coffee Services, Luncheon Trays, Plate 34
Tea and Coffee Services, Luncheon Trays, Plates, Plate 34, showing plain and patterned cups and saucers, plates, serving dishes, teapots and coffee pots. Date: circa 1880s

Family with Christmas pudding on a New Year card
Family with a large Christmas pudding and other nice things to eat and drink on a New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Boy scouts from the Philippines
A group of boy scouts from the Philippines. Date: 20th century

Advertisement, Dryad Tea Waggon
Advertisement for the Dryad Tea Waggon, with three oak trays, on four plated swivel wheels, rubber tyred, with cane work. Very convenient for houses with long passages and for tea on the lawn

Jewellery Market Stall
Women sifting through trays of jewellery on a stall at Wentworth Street Market, London. Date: 1950s

Designs Two Silver Serving Dishes Trays 19th century
Artokoloro

Ms 202 fol. 2 Learning about Silkworms, from a book on the silk industry (gouache
XIR178046 Ms 202 fol.2 Learning about Silkworms, from a book on the silk industry (gouache on paper) by Chinese School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Poitiers

1797-1858 1848 1854 25. 5 36. 9 Ando Hiroshige
Nihonbashi sinagawa kawasaki, Andō, Hiroshige, 1797-1858, artist, [between 1848 and 1854], 1 print : woodcut, color ; 36.9 x 25.5 cm

Portugal, Tomar, Santarem District. The town constructed in the late 12th C. Festa dos Tabuleiros (Trays Festival), an ancient religious festival, held every four years

Luxuriously set coffee table with silver coffee and tea pots, and a fruit pie on a silver cake plate

Stylish, colourful tinted champagne glasses on a silver platter

Fruit tart on a decorative plate with silver cutlery and a stylish ambience

WW2 - Home front - British housewives queue to buy eggs
October, 1940 - British housewives queue to buy eggs, both domestically sourced and supplied from the Dominions - in this case, Canada. Date: 1940

Japan - Tea Industry - Tea Sifting Date: circa 1908

Japan - Tea Industry - Tea Drying Date: circa 1908

Japan - Tea Industry - Tea Grinding. Date: circa 1908

Japan - Silk Industry - Silkworms awake from hibernation
Japan - Silk Industry - Silkworms during second hibernation phase. Date: circa 1909

Japan - Silk Industry - Silkworms feeding on mulberry leaves Date: circa 1909

Japan - Silk Industry - Silkworms begin to construct cocoons Date: circa 1909

Japan - Silk Industry - Gathering silkworms from egg paper
Japan - Silk Industry - Gathering the silkworms from the egg paper using a delicate feather brush. Date: circa 1909

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"Trays: A Journey of Flavors, Cultures, and Traditions" Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the world of trays. From the vibrant spices used in Thai food to the bustling streets of Thailand, Southeast Asia beckons with its tantalizing flavors. In Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey, a large fig factory stands proudly, producing succulent fruits that find their way onto trays around the globe. Meanwhile, in Chinchilla, adorable babies indulge in sand tray baths to keep their fur clean and soft. Marvel at the intricate bird designs adorning lacquerware trays from Inle Lake in Myanmar (Burma), where craftsmanship meets artistry. And while sipping coffee at a cozy cafe in Port d'Andratx, Mallorca, let your thoughts wander through Europe's rich history. Travel back to 1935 when Asprey introduced non-spill drink sets and trolleys through an enticing advertisement that captured hearts worldwide. Witness artisans skillfully making raisins in Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - a testament to centuries-old traditions passed down through generations. Indulge your senses with a tray of Turkish teas from Eurasia or experience Istanbul's charm as you witness a hand delicately holding a tray adorned with steaming cups of tea - truly an iconic image. Onboard flights across continents, trays become vessels for delectable meals served high above the clouds. Taste exotic delights like Thai sweets made from coconut cream, egg yolk, and sweet tapioca or visit Diwali sweet stalls honoring Hindu gods like Hanuman and can more than just functional objects; they encapsulate cultures and stories within their surfaces. So next time you encounter one on your journey or even at home - take a moment to appreciate its significance beyond mere utility.