Kippers Collection

Craster, Northumberland
Craster, a small Northumberland village, famous for its home-cured kippers

The Kitchen of a common lodging-house, Spitalfields, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Kitchen of a common lodging-house, Spitalfields, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Kippers, Isle of Man

Comic postcard, Scotsman providing sea breezes
Comic postcard, Scotsman providing his wife with sea breezes on the cheap Date: 20th century

Cartoon, Girl at the grocers shop. 1924

Herrings and packers at Gorleston, Norfolk (chromolitho)
6031736 Herrings and packers at Gorleston, Norfolk (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herrings and packers at Gorleston, Norfolk)

Department of Seine-Inferieure in northern France (chromolitho)
724709 Department of Seine-Inferieure in northern France (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Department of Seine-Inferieure in northern France)

Saurissage des harengs a Fecamp (engraving)
3645900 Saurissage des harengs a Fecamp (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saurissage des harengs a Fecamp. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1879)

Women in Great Yarmouth splitting and cleaning herring (b / w photo)
5998132 Women in Great Yarmouth splitting and cleaning herring (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Billy Bennett seen here during rehearsals for "Will O the Whispers
Billy Bennett seen here during rehearsals for " Will O the Whispers, " a new musical entertainment at the Shaftesbury Theatre. 16th May 1928

Fishing Industry. Fisherwomen preparing herrings to be smoked as Kipper s. September 1943 P000700

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Fortune smokehouse is located in one of the many pretty cobbled streets in the old town

Fishes with comic verse on a Christmas card
Fishes (herrings and sprats) with comic verse on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Plate of Kippers - top view

Selection of smoked fish, close up

Kippers

Harvest festival with fish
Scene inside a church, decorated for harvest festival. It is perhaps at a seaside location, as the main type of food on display is fish

The Metamorphosis of the Herring by A. K. Macdonald
Two contrasting illustrations. The first shows workers at a quayside or harbour - perhaps Grimsby, sorting a catch of herrings just brought in by a fishing trawler

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"Kippers: A Delightful Journey through the World of Smoked Fish" Discover the smoky delights of kippers, a culinary treasure that has delighted taste buds for centuries. From the picturesque village of Craster in Northumberland to the charming Isle of Man, they have become synonymous with delectable seafood. Step into a world where fishes come alive on Christmas cards, adorned with comic verses that bring joy and laughter during the festive season. Or take a trip down memory lane with vintage postcards featuring a Scotsman providing sea breezes while enjoying his favorite kipper. Immerse yourself in whimsical cartoons depicting a girl at the grocer's shop, eagerly selecting her favorite kipper from an array of choices. Marvel at chromolitho prints showcasing herrings and packers at Gorleston in Norfolk or transport yourself to the Department of Seine-Inferieure in northern France as you admire another stunning chromolitho artwork capturing "Saurissage des harengs à Fécamp. " Witness history unfold through captivating black and white photographs capturing women in Great Yarmouth skillfully splitting and cleaning herring, preparing them to be transformed into delicious smoked kippers. Celebrities also find themselves drawn to these flavorful delicacies, as seen by Billy Bennett during rehearsals for "Will O' The Whispers, " indulging in this timeless treat. The fishing industry comes alive as fisherwomen meticulously prepare herrings for smoking, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Join them on their journey as they transform simple fish into mouthwatering kippers loved by many. Whether you're exploring coastal villages or delving into historical prints and photographs, let your senses be tantalized by the allure - an enduring tradition that continues to captivate seafood enthusiasts worldwide.