Leftovers Collection

Interior with a Company, c.1622-c.1624. Creator: Bartholomeus van Bassen
Interior with a Company, c.1622-c.1624

Lunch in the Country, 1868 (oil on board)
NGW184288 Lunch in the Country, 1868 (oil on board) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 26x34 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Gratuitous Distribution of Waste Fish, London 1882
On a winters night poor people of London gather to get the distribution of fish in the West End of London. Date: 1882

The poor receiving food left over after the Lord Mayor of Londons banquet at the Guildhall (litho)
3627084 The poor receiving food left over after the Lord Mayor of Londons banquet at the Guildhall (litho) by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Leftovers from the Little Miseries of Human Life, 1843. Creator: Quichon
Leftovers from the Little Miseries of Human Life, 1843

Chacun pour Soi, 1864 (oil on canvas)
LST257062 Chacun pour Soi, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Rousseau, Philippe (1816-87); 97x130.5 cm; Private Collection; eLawrence Steigrad Fine Arts, New York; French, out of copyright

A Florentine Festival: Bringing the Left-overs to the Animals and Table of the Poor
989812 A Florentine Festival: Bringing the Left-overs to the Animals and Table of the Poor, (watercolour, gouache and gold relief on board) by Meacci

Distributing Left-overs to the Poor after the Lord Mayors Banquet at the Guildhall
NUL38819 Distributing Left-overs to the Poor after the Lord Mayors Banquet at the Guildhall, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91); 91.4x133.3 cm; Private Collection; French

The Pantry Boy (oil on canvas)
GG171792 The Pantry Boy (oil on canvas) by Rajon, Paul Adolphe (1843-1888); 55.8x34.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eGavin Graham Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Putting Away Leftovers Date: 1948

Whats left?, woman and children waiting for leftovers
A woman and a group of children wait for leftovers at a fishmonger and poulterers shop. A well-to-do mother and daughter are seen leaving the shop

Bearded pig - adult wild animal which abitually comes to feed on leftovers in a restaurant at Borneo Rainforest Lodge (Sus barbatus). in Danum Valley Conservation Area; Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia; June

Compost heap, cross-section

Light fresh soup made of lobster stock with saffron, prawns, peas and baby spinach leaves served in large coffee cup

Red Kite (Milvus milvus) adult, in flight, swooping down for leftover food at roadside cafe, Chilterns, Buckinghamshire, England, June

Picture No. 10761135
Lion - Juvenile male biting the hairy leftovers of a young Roan Antilope (Hippotragus equinus). (Panthera leo) Date:

Grilled bones used to make brown stock in a roasting pan, close up

Crumbs and single cake square decorated with icing and red cherry on plate, close up

Golden Retriever (Canis familiaris) burying its head in a rubbish bin, litter scattered around it, side view

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"Leftovers: A Glimpse into the History of Waste Distribution and Compassion" In 1882, a scene unfolded in London that depicted the gratuitous distribution of waste fish. This peculiar event, captured in litho form, showcased the remnants of a lavish banquet hosted by the Lord Mayor at Guildhall. While the elite indulged in opulence, it was heartening to witness how those less fortunate received sustenance from these leftovers. Fast forward to 1843 when an artist named Quichon portrayed "Leftovers from the Little Miseries of Human Life. " Through this artwork, we are reminded that even small fragments can hold significance for those struggling to make ends meet. The image serves as a poignant reminder of our shared humanity and the importance of empathy. Another painting titled "Chacun pour Soi" (1864) depicts people gathering leftovers for themselves. It captures society's harsh reality where individuals must fend for themselves amidst scarcity. However, it also highlights resilience and resourcefulness as people strive to secure their own sustenance. The theme continues with "A Florentine Festival: Bringing the Left-overs to Animals and Table of the Poor, " showcasing how leftover food is not only distributed among humans but also extends compassion towards animals. This act exemplifies communal care and reminds us that no living being should go hungry if there is something left behind. Returning once again to London's Guildhall tradition, another artwork portrays "Distributing Left-overs to the Poor after the Lord Mayor's Banquet. " Here we witness generosity prevailing over excess as surplus food finds its way into grateful hands instead of going to waste. Moving away from paintings but still within culinary realms, an intriguing oil on canvas piece called "The Pantry Boy" offers insight into household dynamics surrounding leftovers in 1948. It invites contemplation about frugality and resource management during times when every morsel mattered.