Cabbage Collection (#18)

JUNE STAR CABBAGE
A June Star cabbage. Date: 1969

Giant Cabbages
A bumper crop of giant cabbages, long before the days of genetic modification. Date: early 1930s

Cabbage White Butterfly
A Cabbage White butterfly resting on a flower. Date: 1950s

Cabbage Patch
An old man inspecting his cabbage patch. Date: early 1930s

Rail car transporting giant cabbages Date: 1910

Digging the Garden
An old man digs over the vegetable patch of his walled garden. Date: 1930s

Homegrown organic vegetables, trug with harvested onions, peas, cabbage, carrots and parsley, Scotland, august

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) crop, growing in terraced cultivation on hillside, Vattavada, Western Ghats, Kerala, India

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) frost covered leaves, damaged by Cabbage White (Pieris sp. ) caterpillars
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) frost covered leaves, damaged by Cabbage White (Pieris sp.) caterpillars, in garden vegetable plot at dawn, Suffolk, England, november

Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) crop, mature stem, Theni, Tamil Nadu, India

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) leaves, damaged by Cabbage White (Pieris sp. ) caterpillars, in garden vegetable plot
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) leaves, damaged by Cabbage White (Pieris sp.) caterpillars, in garden vegetable plot, Suffolk, England, october

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) crop, growing under protective netting in allotment garden, Norfolk, England, september

Brassicas under netting in snow covered village allotments, with church in background, St. Marys Church, Bacton, Suffolk, England, november

Terrace cultivation, mountain slope terraced farming with cauliflowers, cabbages, beans, cowpeas and carrots, Pallanghi-vilpatti Region, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India

Moricandia nitens. Moricandia is a genus of plants belonging to the family Brassicaceae

Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) adult male, with insects in beak, collecting food for chicks, perched on cabbage leaf in field, Lincolnshire, England, july

Composting. Vegetable peelings being tipped into a compost bin

Vegetable peelings and other kitchen waste in a compost bin

Salad vegetables, including aubergines, purple sprouting broccoli, tomatoes and cabbage

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea)

Vegetable basket, including carrots, courgettes, cabbages, turnips, parsnips and cauliflower

Cabbage leaf (Brassica oleracea)

Cabbage leaves (Brassica oleracea)

Assortment of fruit and vegetables. Computer artwork of fruit and vegetables, including: cherries, grapes, orange, pear, peppers, apple and cabbage

Vegetables. An assortment of vegetables including: asparagus, aubergine, green beans, beetroot, broccoli, red cabbage and cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, baby corn, courgettes, leeks and mushrooms

Cabbage and soup, computer artwork

Green vegetable selection
Fresh green vegetables. A selection of fresh green vegetables: cabbage, broccoli, courgettes and Brussels sprouts. Fresh vegetables like these can be an important part of a balanced diet

Vegetable selection

Brussels sprout

Cabbage harvest
MODEL RELEASED. Cabbage harvest. Man harvesting cabbages (Brassica oleracea) from his allotment. Cabbages are a good source of vitamins and minerals. Photographed in Madrid, Spain

Organic black kale cabbage plants (Brassica oleracea Nero de Toscana ) in a wooden trug. Cabbage is used as an ingredient in cooking and is a good source of vitamin C

Clubroot infection, light micrograph
Clubroot infection. Light micrograph a section through a cabbage root infected with clubroot (Plasmodiophora brassicae). Plasmodiophora is a parasitic protist that infects the roots of cabbages

Organic farming. Field of crops cultivated using organic farming methods. These plants are being grown on the fertile alluvium of the flood plain of the Wye Valley, Gloucestershire, England

Cabbage and chilies cultivated in field
Indonesia, Sumatra, Berastagi, rows of cabbage and chilies in a cultivated field

False colour SEM of a brassica seedling
False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a seedling of the cabbage plant Golden Acre, a brassica. The picture clearly shows the seed (green), the split seed coat or testa (orange)

Black kale (Brassica Nero De Toscana )
Black kale plant (Brassica oleracea Nero de Toscana ) in an organic vegetable garden. Photographed in winter

Ornamental cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. acephala)

Sauerkraut (sour cabbage), a traditional German dish, Germany, Europe

HOUS2A-00025
Family shopping for their Thanksgiving turkey, 1860s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Nile Cabbage
PM-1486 NILE CABBAGE / Water Lettuce Pistia stratiotes Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Field of cabbages near St Pol de Leon Brittany France
MAB-820 Field of cabbages near St Pol de Leon Brittany France Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cabbages
ME-1847 Cabbages Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way. contact details: web@ardea.com tel: + 44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Cabbage
ME-1846 Cabbage Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way. contact details: web@ardea.com tel: + 44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Cabbage

Old gipsy woman eating cabbage
An old gipsy woman standing in a field, eating cabbage. In her hair can be seen grips and curlers

Covent Garden Market Trader
A Covent Garden Market Trader unloads his wooden crates of fruit and vegetables

Draba Aizoides in the Gummen Alps, Switzerland
Draba Aizoides (Yellow Whitlowgrass) growing on rocks in the Gummen Alps, Switzerland. It is a cruciferous plant of the Brassicaceae (cabbage family), with many species. It has bright yellow flowers

Poster advertising Edwards desiccated soups, full of nourishing vegetables

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"Cabbage: A Versatile and Nutritious Vegetable Delight" Cabbage, a member of the Brassica family, is an incredibly versatile and nutritious vegetable that has been enjoyed for centuries. From its leafy green appearance to its crunchy texture, it offers a range of culinary possibilities. In the world of art, it has made appearances in various forms. Whether it's an illustration showcasing a vibrant assortment of cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, radish, Chinese cabbage, and kale growing together or a captivating oil painting like "Quince, Cabbage, Melon, and Cucumber, " artists have found inspiration in this humble vegetable. Taking us back in time to 1950s Balham Market or even further to Dutch rabbits frolicking amidst cabbages in 1905; these images remind us of the cultural significance that cabbage holds across different eras. Not only does cabbage captivate our artistic senses but also plays a vital role on our plates. With fields filled with turnips as far as the eye can see in Lower Saxony or Victorian botanical illustrations displaying an array of vegetables and fruits including cabbage; we are reminded of its importance in our diet. Who could forget those adorable babies nestled among rows of cabbages? The iconic image evokes feelings of innocence and joy associated with new life – just like how cabbages symbolize growth and vitality. Delving into science reveals fascinating aspects too. Did you know about fractal patterns found within broccoli or how model Ruth Charlton posed proudly next to Charlie Weatherspoon's gigantic cabbage? These instances highlight not only nature's wonders but also human fascination with extraordinary produce. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate sightings such as graceful Cabbage White Butterflies fluttering around or vast Thai farms dedicated solely to cultivating this beloved vegetable. These glimpses into natural ecosystems showcase the interconnectedness between humans and their environment. Whether admired through artistry or savored at the dinner table, cabbage remains an enduring symbol of nourishment and creativity.