Gift Collection

Christmas Market in Romerberg, Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

Christmas Market, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Zarafa the Giraffe / 1826
Zarafa the giraffe arrives in Paris, a gift to Charles X from the Viceroy of Egypt

The Two Roses (oil on canvas)
THA100410 The Two Roses (oil on canvas) by Hardy, Heywood (1842-1933); 43.2x66 cm; Towneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum, Burnley, Lancashire; eTowneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum; English

BIG CHEESE
Cheese weighing 1000 pounds (lbs) given as a gift to King George III in 1793 from the Duchy of Chester. Presumably a Cheshire cheese? Two men stand by to give an idea of scale

Fortnum & Masons Christmas Box for soldiers, WW1
Advertisement for quintessential London department store, Fortnum & Mason, in particular their Thirty Shilling Xmas Box of selected provisions which could be sent to the front for lucky soldiers

The Winter Egg, 1913 (quartz, platinum, orthoclase, diamonds
CH463083 The Winter Egg, 1913 (quartz, platinum, orthoclase, diamonds, gold & demantoid) (see also 463082) by Holmstrom, Albert (1846-1920); height: 10.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Statue of Liberty and Lower Mannhattan
The Statue of Liberty, Hudson River and lower Mannhattan in 1995 Date: 1995

TEA CUP, 1890. English newspaper advertisement for Phillips Wedgwood China, 1890

Oglethorpe and Tomo-chichi becoming friends in colonial Georgia
Tomo-chichi offering furs to James Olglethorpe, Georgia Colony. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Taj Mahal, Built by Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal (his wife). Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India

Commodore Perry's Gift of a Railway to the Japanese in 1853 (woodblock print)
XZL150437 Commodore Perry's Gift of a Railway to the Japanese in 1853 (woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858); Private Collection; Japanese, out of copyright

Advert for Ronson lighters 1937
For him and her, a selection of lighters for Christmas presents. 1937

Advert for Goblin teasmade 1954
How nice to receive a Goblin teasmade. Every morning of the year to be wakened to morning tea freshly made, ready at your bedside for enjoyment in cosy comfort

Advert for Dickins & Jones lace items 1912
Selection of danity lace items for Christmas gifts for women. 1912

Ecuador, Otavalo. Woven wallhangings displaying scenes of Andean life and culture, handmade by weavers of Peguche and sold at Otavalo Market

Mountbatten wedding 1922 - Rolls Royce wedding gift
Lord Louis and Lady Mountbatten (formerly Lady Edwina Ashley) pictured with the Rolls Royce given by Lady Mountbatten to her husband as a wedding gift

Study of the Duke of York, 1923. Artist: John Singer Sargent
Study of the Duke of York, 1923. A gift to Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon from the American Ambassador. A print from The Illustrated London News Wedding Number, 28th April 1923

Advert for Terrys exerciser for men 1939
Christmas gift ideas from Herbert Terry exercisers, including steelstrand expander, golfer pocket wrist exerciser, spring grip dumbbells

USA-California-Los Angeles-Downtown: El Pueblo de Los Angeles- Historic Mexican Area-Olvera
USA, California, Los Angeles, Downtown: El Pueblo de Los Angeles, Historic Mexican Area, Olvera Street Market, Toy Guitars

Princess Elizabeth of York at y Bwthyn bach to Gwellt
Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret of York seated on the steps of their own miniature house at the Royal Lodge, Windsor

Advert for Parker Duofold pens
Parker Duofold fountain pen and pencil in a case " give all your friends the best gift this year" Date: 1926

Nikolay Urvantsev, Soviet geologist
Nikolay Nikolayevich Urvantsev (1893-1985), Soviet geologist, speaking in public at his 80th birthday celebration. Urvantsev is best known for his exploration of northern Siberia and the Arctic

PMYT2A-00017
King Arthur receiving his magic sword from the Lady of the Lake. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Puss in Boots presents a rabbit from his Master to the King
Puss in Boots presents a gift of a rabbit from his Master to the King. Illustration to a fairytale by Charles Perrault, first published 1697

Sir Richard Aclands Gift to the Nation Starts a Controversy
The MP Sir Richard Acland handed over to the National Trust the 16, 000 acres of beautiful West Country property which comprise his Killerton Estate and his Holnicote Estate

The Last Supper
Antique illustration of The Last Supper Engraving

OXFORD WATER DIVINER
Jack Timms dowsing with an assistant at Sendford-on- Thames. He has found over 1000 hidden water supplies since he first exercised his gift & he is much in demand Date: 1937

Sea Scout of 1st Suva Group, Fiji, South Pacific
Leslie G. Keys, Sea Scout of the 1st Suva Group, Fiji, South Pacific, with the British flag. The mat hanging behind him is to be presented to the Chief Scout

GIOTTO: ADORATION. Adoration of the Magi. Fresco, c1305, from the Scrovegni Chapel, Padua, by Giotto

Andrew Carnegie, in the library of his New York home, dictating to his secretary the deed of gift for the branches of
6006988 Andrew Carnegie, in the library of his New York home, dictating to his secretary the deed of gift for the branches of the New York Public Library (b/w photo)

Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove headdresses 1922
Selection of exquisite colourful headdresses, a charming gift for Christmas. Designed by Mayfair Flower Workers, for charming Christmas presents, left; side or back effect in black or silver

Initiation rites of the cult of Dionysus, fresco from the Villa Dei Mysteri
AIS5365809 Initiation rites of the cult of Dionysus, fresco from the Villa Dei Mysteri, 1st century BC (fresco) by Roman, (1st century BC); Villa dei Misteri, Pompeii

Study of Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, 1923. Artist: John Singer Sargent
Study of Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, 1923. Presented to her by Prince Paul of Serbia as a wedding present prior to her marriage to the Duke of York, the future King George VI

Nautical Christmas Cake
Captain Hover, the Master of the Goodwin Lightship, with a Christmas cake modelled in the shape of the lightship, the customary gift of Mr. E.A. Anderson of Broadstairs. Date: 1930s

Advert for Stockings by Bear Brand 1933
Bear Brands newest expression in silken luxury. Dull lustred, gossamer thread and softest strength. 1933

The Royal Yacht Mary (drawing on paper)
XJF380201 The Royal Yacht Mary (drawing on paper) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christmas Market along Lindaus Historic Port, Lindau im Bodensee, Germany, Europe

North Africa, Africa, Morocco, Marrakesh. A Moroccan lamp and lighting shop

Mappin & Webb cocktail set advertisement
Advertisement for cocktail and liqueur sets by Mappin & Webb featuring two men and a woman enjoying drinks around a cocktail cabinet. Date: 1927

Advert for Yardley Lavender 1932
Yardley Lavender, The lovable gift most welcome and acceptable of all delightful things at Christmas time. Date: 1932

Silhouette of couple giving each other Christmas presents
A couple face each other, ready to exchange Christmas presents. Date: 1930

The Tatler front cover Christmas Number 1955
Illustrated front cover of The Tatler featuring a highly independent poodle dog who appears to have done all his Christmas shopping

Asprey Christmas presents, 1926
Colour advertisement for Asprey of Bond Street displaying a wide variety of Christmas present ideas, including an attache case, a shagreen cigarette box, leather handbag, crocodile handbag pochette

Legend Of The Christmas Rose
The Legend of the Christmas Rose - this poor girl had no gift for the infant Jesus, so a kindly angel showed her this flower which she forthwith picked and gave him

Love / Friendship / Hands
Friendship: I value no gift that Good Fortune may send, Like the grip of the hand of a dear true Friend

Father Christmas with presents
A pot-bellied Father Christmas with lots of presents

Adoration of the Magi Painting by Domenico Ghirlandaio (Domenico Bigordi) (1449-1494
LRI4662335 Adoration of the Magi Painting by Domenico Ghirlandaio (Domenico Bigordi) (1449-1494) 1487 Diam. 171 cm Florence, Galleria degli Uffizi (offices) by Ghirlandaio

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"Unwrapping the Magic of Gifts: A Journey Through Time and Cultures" Step into the enchanting Christmas Market in Romerberg, Frankfurt, Germany, Europe. The air is filled with festive cheer as locals and tourists alike explore the stalls adorned with unique gifts. Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, Germany, Europe welcomes you to its charming Christmas Market. Here you will find traditional handicrafts and delightful treasures that make perfect presents for loved ones. Did you know that even animals can receive gifts? Meet Zarafa the Giraffe from 1826 who was given as a gift to King Charles X of France by Muhammad Ali Pasha of Egypt. This extraordinary gesture symbolizes friendship between nations. During World War I, Fortnum & Masons created special Christmas Boxes for soldiers on the front lines. These thoughtful packages brought comfort and joy during a time of hardship. Transport yourself back to 1890 England where an elegant TEA CUP advertisement showcases Phillips Wedgwood China's exquisite craftsmanship. A timeless gift that adds elegance to any home. The Taj Mahal stands tall in Agra, Uttar Pradesh – a breathtaking testament of love. Built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal; this architectural marvel remains one of India's most cherished gifts. Marvel at The Winter Egg from 1913 – a dazzling creation made from quartz, platinum, orthoclase, and diamonds. This masterpiece exemplifies how they can be works of art that transcend time. Gaze upon the Statue of Liberty standing proudly against Lower Manhattan's skyline - a symbol gifted by France to America representing freedom and hope for all who seek it. Witness Oglethorpe and Tomo-chichi forging an unlikely friendship in colonial Georgia - their exchange serves as a reminder that sometimes the greatest gift we can give is understanding and unity across cultures. In 1853 Commodore Perry presented Japan with the gift of a railway, as depicted in a woodblock print.