Buckwheat Collection

SILENT FILM: LITTLE RASCALS. Our Gang, Little Rascals. Spanky, Buckwheat, Mickey, Alfalfa and Darla left to right

Spelt, buckwheat and rice
Cereals and grains: spelt or dinkled wheat, Triticum spelta 1, buckwheat, Fagopyrum esculentum 2, and rice, Oryza sativa 3

The Harvest of Buckwheat, 1899. Creator: Paul Serusier
The Harvest of Buckwheat, 1899

A mountain view, and harvest time in the village of Kagbeni, Annapurnas, Mustang region of Nepal

Battle of Poitiers: Charles Martel defeated between Tours
XEE4116941 Battle of Poitiers: Charles Martel defeated between Tours and Poitiers Abd al-Rahman I or Abderamane I (Abd al-Rahman) (731-788)

The Knight Tancrede cuts into pieces a band of Saracens, when taking Antioch in 1098
PCT4262489 The Knight Tancrede cuts into pieces a band of Saracens, when taking Antioch in 1098. Engraving of a book on the Crusades

Roland blowing his horn during the battle against the Saracens at Roncesvaux in 789
NWI4927988 Roland blowing his horn during the battle against the Saracens at Roncesvaux in 789. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info)

The seat of Malta by the Turks in 1565 - Engraving
XEE5027034 The seat of Malta by the Turks in 1565 - Engraving; (add.info.: The seat of Malta by the Turks in 1565 - Engraving).

Representation of a Moorish militia, Muslim Spain (Medieval Muslim spain, moorish knight)
ELD4853156 Representation of a Moorish militia, Muslim Spain (Medieval Muslim spain, moorish knight). Late 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

The Frankish lord Guillaume au Court-Nez kills the buckwheat chief Iaian, in Ferrande Tower in Pernes les Fontaines
PCT4256918 The Frankish lord Guillaume au Court-Nez kills the buckwheat chief Iaian, in Ferrande Tower in Pernes les Fontaines, late 13th century (fresco); © Patrice Cartier

Soba or buckwheat, Fagopyrum esculentum. (buckwheat) Handcoloured woodblock print by Kono Bairei from Senshu no Hana
FLO4653960 Soba or buckwheat, Fagopyrum esculentum. (buckwheat) Handcoloured woodblock print by Kono Bairei from Senshu no Hana (One Thousand Varieties of Flowers), Bunkyudo, Kyoto

Buckwheat, Fagopyrum esculentum, and rivet wheat. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration
FLO4668857 Buckwheat, Fagopyrum esculentum, and rivet wheat. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

The fight between Roland (died 778) and the giant Ferracut (Ferragut, Ferragus, Ferracutus, Ferrakut, Ferraguto)
FLO4623262 The fight between Roland (died 778) and the giant Ferracut (Ferragut, Ferragus, Ferracutus, Ferrakut, Ferraguto, Farrau, Fernagu), from the legend of Charlemagne

Invasions of the Moors in the Middle Ages: The Francs led by Charles Martel attacked the Saracens military camp during
NWI4858962 Invasions of the Moors in the Middle Ages: The Francs led by Charles Martel attacked the Saracens military camp during the Battle of Tours (Battle of Poitiers)

Fresco of the Ferrande Tower in Pernes-les-Fontaines (Pernes les Fontaines)
ETI4397636 Fresco of the Ferrande Tower in Pernes-les-Fontaines (Pernes les Fontaines, Vaucluse (84)) from the 13th century

The first crusade (1095-1099): the conquete of Jerusalem, fighting between croises
AIS5385518 The first crusade (1095-1099): the conquete of Jerusalem, fighting between croises and Saracens at the foot of the city walls (miniature); Biblioteca Nazionale Universitaria di Torino

Charles Martel (690-741) leading the Francs to the battle against the Arab invasion in Tours (France)
NWI4927939 Charles Martel (690-741) leading the Francs to the battle against the Arab invasion in Tours (France), 732 (Battle of Poitiers)

Hybrid Poplar tree plantation in autumn (Populs sp. ). Boardman Tree Farm, near Irrigon
Hybrid Poplar tree plantation in autumn (Populs sp.). Boardman Tree Farm, near Irrigon, Oregon, USA. October

Alexanders rhubarb (Rheum alexandrae) and Dwarf purple rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) in wet valley. Large bracts on rhubarb protect tiny flowers from UV rays

Alexanders rhubarb (Rheum alexandrae) and Dwarf purple rhododendron (Rhododendron impeditum) in wet valley with low cloud. Large bracts on rhubarb protect tiny flowers from UV light

Crispy Sciatt fritters of Valtellina, Sondrio province, Lombardy, Italy

Crispy buckwheat pancakes known as Sciatt with Bresaola, typical food of Valtellina, Sondrio province, Lombardy, Italy

Cutting of the dough for the production of Pizzoccheri. Lombardy. Italy. Europe

Batter ready for Sciatt with the basic ingredients. Valtellina. Lombardy. Italy. Europe

Japan - Sobaya or Buckwheat Vermicelli House
Sobaya or Buckwheat Vermicelli House (Noodle Restaurant), Japan. Date: circa 1920s

Scarce chaser dragonfly (Libellula fulva) covered in dew, roosting on common sorrel (Rumex acetosa), Lower Tamar Lakes, Cornwall, UK. May

Professor Buckwheat educing the agricultural mind
3732644 Professor Buckwheat educing the agricultural mind by Leech, John (1817-64); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting professor Buckwheat educing the agricultural mind, by John Leech)

Representation of Pelage the conqueror (Pelagius or Pelayo) (died 737) king of Asturias triumphant against
ELD4886210 Representation of Pelage the conqueror (Pelagius or Pelayo) (died 737) king of Asturias triumphant against the Saracens, 719, Covadonga

The Portuguese Prince and Navigator Henri the Navigator (1394-1460) meets Moorish prisoners around 1437
ELD4861544 The Portuguese Prince and Navigator Henri the Navigator (1394-1460) meets Moorish prisoners around 1437 (Henry the Navigator with moorish prisoners)

"The defeat of the Saracens"The end of the Saracens invasion in Spain in 1492, 1652-1653 (painting)
AIS5387499 " The defeat of the Saracens" The end of the Saracens invasion in Spain in 1492, 1652-1653 (painting) by Valdes Leal, Juan de (1622-90)

The victory of the Byzantine Emperor Heraclius (Herakleios (circa 575-641)
LRI4665343 The victory of the Byzantine Emperor Heraclius (Herakleios (circa 575-641) over the sarrazins Miniature in " Le miroir historial" (Speculum Historiale) (ms. 1196 fol)

A young soldier sabotages on nights the catapults of the saracens during the siege of Salerno by the muslims, Italy
ELD4849953 A young soldier sabotages on nights the catapults of the saracens during the siege of Salerno by the muslims, Italy

Cavalry battle between crusaders and infidels, 12th century. The crusaders wear chainmail coats
FLO4674336 Cavalry battle between crusaders and infidels, 12th century. The crusaders wear chainmail coats and pointed helmets with small crosses

History of Gaul threatened by the Arabs: the Battle of Poitiers or Charles Martel (688-741)
XEE4170772 History of Gaul threatened by the Arabs: the Battle of Poitiers or Charles Martel (688-741) defeated the army of the Saracens in 732

History of Gaul threatened by the Arabs: the horsemen of the Arab army. in "Histoire de France learned by image
XEE4170768 History of Gaul threatened by the Arabs: the horsemen of the Arab army. in " Histoire de France learned by image and direct observation

The Saracens besieged a Christian city Detail from one page taken from a manuscript of
LRI4625109 The Saracens besieged a Christian city Detail from one page taken from a manuscript of the Song of Saint Mary (Cantigas de Santa Maria)

Charles Martel arresting the Muslims at the Battle of Poitiers in 732
XEE4137261 Charles Martel arresting the Muslims at the Battle of Poitiers in 732. Chromolithography of the 19th century. by French School

The Princess of Aquitaine, Lampagie, was forcibly married by her father (Eudes
XEE4409159 The Princess of Aquitaine, Lampagie, was forcibly married by her father (Eudes) to Moorish captain Munuza (Uthman ibn Naissa) in order to secure peace with the Saracens, 730

Scene of the Battle of Roncesvaux in 778. Battle between the army of Charlemagne
LRI4636603 Scene of the Battle of Roncesvaux in 778. Battle between the army of Charlemagne and the Saracens where the knight Roland was killed. Hes a representative on the right

Seventh Crusade (1248-1254). Louis IX (Saint Louis) (1215-1270), King of France
JLJ4658788 Seventh Crusade (1248-1254). Louis IX (Saint Louis) (1215-1270), King of France, with the crossings after being defeated by the Saracens at Mansourah in 1250

Representation of buckwheat. Men with arms with intertwined heads and veiled women
GIA4786462 Representation of buckwheat. Men with arms with intertwined heads and veiled women. Xylography of the 15th century by Unknown Artist

Louis VII fights against the Saracens during the 2nd crusade - lithography
LSE4108428 Louis VII fights against the Saracens during the 2nd crusade - lithography, late 19th century by Unknown Artist

Attack of the Saracens on the Island of Malta defended by the knights, 1565 - Painting
LSE4103387 Attack of the Saracens on the Island of Malta defended by the knights, 1565 - Painting, Italian Art, mid-17th century. 99 x 74 cm. Museum of Fine Art, Malta

Seventh Crusade (1248-1254). On top, Louis IX (Saint Louis) (1215-1270), King of France
JLJ4658787 Seventh Crusade (1248-1254). On top, Louis IX (Saint Louis) (1215-1270), King of France, with the crossings after being defeated by the Saracens at Mansourah in 1250

Naval battle between Saracens and Crusaders in 1120. According to the manuscript "
GIA4730511 Naval battle between Saracens and Crusaders in 1120. According to the manuscript " Peregrinationem in terram sanctam" from the 12th century. Marciana, Venice

Capture of Jerusalem by Saracen Armees in February 638. In "
GIA4780346 Capture of Jerusalem by Saracen Armees in February 638. In " Den Edlen Strengen Besten Fromen" by Johann Stumpff, 16th century

Charles Martel (690-741) leading the Francs to the battle against the Arab invasion in
GIA4727730 Charles Martel (690-741) leading the Francs to the battle against the Arab invasion in Tours (France), 732 (Battle of Poitiers)

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"Buckwheat: From Silent Films to Harvest Fields" In the silent film era, the iconic Little Rascals, also known as Our Gang, brought laughter and joy to audiences worldwide. Among the mischievous gang members stood Buckwheat, a beloved character whose charm captured hearts. Spanky, Mickey, Alfalfa, and Darla joined him in creating timeless memories. But beyond the silver screen lies a versatile grain called buckwheat. Spelt alongside rice, it forms a nutritious combination that satisfies taste buds while nourishing our bodies. Its unique flavor adds depth to culinary creations around the globe. Centuries ago at the Battle of Poitiers, Charles Martel's victory between Tours marked a turning point in history. As he defeated his enemies on horseback, little did he know that buckwheat would play its part in shaping cultures and cuisines for generations to come. From picturesque mountain views in Nepal's Kagbeni village during harvest time to Japan's renowned Sobaya or Buckwheat Vermicelli House—buckwheat connects diverse landscapes with its presence. It thrives amidst nature's beauty and finds its way into traditional dishes enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. Nature has its own enchanting moments too—a scarce chaser dragonfly covered in dew perched gracefully on common sorrel leaves at Lower Tamar Lakes in Cornwall paints an ethereal picture of serenity and harmony. Education is vital for progress; hence Professor Buckwheat dedicates himself to enlightening agricultural minds about this remarkable crop's potential. His teachings inspire farmers worldwide as they cultivate hybrid poplar trees during autumn at Boardman Tree Farm near Irrigon—an awe-inspiring sight indeed. Alexanders rhubarb stands tall next to dwarf purple rhododendrons—a vibrant display of colors that captivates passersby wherever they bloom. These botanical wonders remind us of nature's ability to surprise us with its beauty and diversity.