Preserving Collection

Octopuses hung up to dry on washing lines, Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Frances Densmore, US anthropologist
Frances Densmore (left, 1867-1957), US ethnologist, using a phonograph (left) to record the voice and stories of Mountain Chief, a Native American from the Piegan tribe

Liberty Suspended Lord Castlereagh and Lord Eldon stand at the foot of the scaffold on which the liberty of the British
527914 Liberty Suspended Lord Castlereagh and Lord Eldon stand at the foot of the scaffold on which the liberty of the British Press is being suspended

Department Of Agriculture, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Department Of Agriculture, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Department Of Agriculture, 1917. First World War, USA: young people with badges reading Boys & Girls Achievement Work Club, preserving fruit and vegetables

Glass Fruit Jar, c. 1940. Creator: Robert Penson
Glass Fruit Jar, c. 1940

Preserving Jar, c. 1941. Creator: Joseph Mitry
Preserving Jar, c. 1941

Fruit Bottling, 1943. Creator: Unknown
Fruit Bottling, 1943. British women contribute to the war effort. From "Women's Institutes, by Cicely McCall. [Collins, London, 1943]

Fruit jars being sterilized near Conway, Arkansas, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Fruit jars being sterilized on old lady Graham's back fence in berry season. Near Conway, Arkansas. "We just gather and can peas, beans, berries

Child of sharecropper, near Gaffney, South Carolina, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Child of sharecropper. Near Gaffney, South Carolina

Wife and child of sharecropper near Gaffney, South Carolina, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Wife and child of sharecropper near Gaffney, South Carolina. The farmer does a little day labor for his landlord. He received fifty cents a day in 1936, sixty to seventy-five cents in 1937

A Mobile Canning Van Given By the U.S.A. 1943. Creator: Unknown
A Mobile Canning Van Given By the U.S.A. 1943. British women contribute to the war effort. From "Women's Institutes, by Cicely McCall. [Collins, London, 1943]

Preparing Fruit for Jam-Making, September 1941, 1943. Creator: Unknown
Preparing Fruit for Jam-Making, September 1941, 1943. British women contribute to the war effort. From "Women's Institutes, by Cicely McCall. [Collins, London, 1943]

A Canning Demonstration at a Women's Institute Meeting, 1943. Creator: Unknown
A Canning Demonstration at a Women's Institute Meeting, 1943. British women contribute to the war effort. From "Women's Institutes, by Cicely McCall. [Collins, London, 1943]

Jars of blackberry jam with the household wax (paraffin) mostly solidified on top to act as a seal, resting on a granite countertop in a kitchen

Portrait of a black wolf sitting in a snow covered field, YNP, USA
Portrait of a black wolf (Canis lupus) waiting in a snow covered field looking at camera; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

Brown bear standing on rocks eating salmon at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park, Alaska, USA
Brown bear (Ursus arctos) standing upright and balancing on the rocks with a freshly caught salmon in mouth at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park; Alaska, United States of America

Close-up of a plains zebra looking at the camera through bushes, Etosha National Park, Namibia
Close-up portrait of a plains zebra (Equus quagga - formerly Equus burchellii) eyeing the camera through the bushes in the Etosha National Park; Otavi, Oshikoto, Namibia

Southern giraffe standing in the long grass at dawn, Gabus Game Ranch, Otavi, Otjozondjupa, Namibia
Portrait of southern giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis angolensis) standing in the golden long grass in a clearing in the woodlands of the savanna at dawn in the Gabus Game Ranch; Otavi, Otjozondjupa

Wicker basket of home canned foods (peaches, olives and cherries) on a granite countertop in a kitchen

The Palace, Fontainbleau
A painting of the serene waters outside the Chteau de Fontainebleau, the palace was originally a medieval castle and served as residence for the French monarchs from Louis VII to Napoleon III

Marie Lohr as Josepha in Preserving Mr Panmure
Marie Lohr as Josepha in Pinero's farce, Preserving Mr Panmure Date: circa 1900s

Display of home-canned food, between 1941 and 1945. Creator: Unknown
Display of home-canned food. Photo shows jars of yellow squash, peas, beets, and other vegetables

Wife of Jim Norris with canned goods, Pie Town, New Mexico, 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
Wife of Jim Norris with canned goods, Pie Town, New Mexico

Witnesses to Prehistory (Colour Litho)
2778312 Witnesses to Prehistory (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Witnesses of Prehistory)

Indian Charnel House (colour litho)
BAL109959 Indian Charnel House (colour litho) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); 29.5x20.4 cm; Private Collection

Cold storage lockers where farmers store meat and vegetables... Independence, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Cold storage lockers where farmers store meat and vegetables, eliminating much home canning and preserving of foods. Independence, Oregon

Stellers Sea Lions (Eumetopias jubatus) hauled out on rocky island; Katmai National Park, Alaska, United States of America

Full Moon and pink clouds, Thorofare, Upper Yellowstone River Valley, Yellowstone National Park, USA
Full Moon in a blue sky lighting up the pink thunder clouds over the moonlit water in The Thorofare in Upper Yellowstone River Valley, Yellowstone National Park; Wyoming, United States of America

Pagoda at dawn sunrise on the plain of Bagan, Myanmar (Burma)
Silhouette of pagoda with the sun rising above the Plain of Bagan at dawn; Bagan, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)

Winter scene of Mendenhall River in Tongass Forest with a warm sunset glow, Juneau, Alaska, USA
Tranquil winter scene of Mendenhall River in the Tongass National Forest with the warm glow of light from the sunset reflecting a mirror image on the water; Juneau, Alaska, United States of America

Portrait of bighorn sheep family standing on rocks, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
Portrait of three young bighorn sheep standing on a cliff looking down at the camera; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America

Flowers bloom along the Abano pass in Tusheti, Georgia
Flowers bloom along the extreme terrain of the unpaved, Abano Pass road through the Caucasus Mountains; Tusheti, Georgia

Extreme close-up of the striped fur and mane of a plains zebra, Etosha National Park, Namibia
Extreme close-up of the striped fur and mane of a plains zebra (Equus quagga - formerly Equus burchellii) in the Etosha National Park; Otavi, Oshikoto, Namibia

Preserving Crock, c. 1937. Creator: Joseph Sudek
Preserving Crock, c. 1937

Preserving Jar, c. 1938. Creator: Wilford H. Shurtliff
Preserving Jar, c. 1938

Preserving Jar, 1938. Creator: Frank J Mace
Preserving Jar, 1938

F. 24 The Inside of a House in Nootka Sound, c. 1773-84 (w / c)
5671403 F.24 The Inside of a House in Nootka Sound, c.1773-84 (w/c) by Webber, John (1750-93); 40x66 cm; Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Vol)

A Georgian Facade, preserving the local character of the shopping centre, 1925 (colour litho)
2811018 A Georgian Facade, preserving the local character of the shopping centre, 1925 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Georgian Facade)

Food for the winter store, 1942. Preserving garden produce in wartime. Date: 1942

Sir Roger Curtis gallantly exerting himself in preserving the Spaniards at Gibraltar (engraving)
5220816 Sir Roger Curtis gallantly exerting himself in preserving the Spaniards at Gibraltar (engraving) by English School

The Jam Cupboard
Line drawing of a cupboard, shelves groaning with an assortment of jars containing homemade jam. Date: c. 1930

Red Indians and the phonograph (colour litho)
2779929 Red Indians and the phonograph (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Red Indians and the phonograph)

A Curious Life-Preserver (engraving)
3627882 A Curious Life-Preserver (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Curious Life-Preserver)

Johnny Appleseed (1774-1847) (coloured engraving)
PNP246254 Johnny Appleseed (1774-1847) (coloured engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Works Of The Year XI (colour litho)
2778197 The Works Of The Year XI (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Works Of The Year XI)

Lafayette preserving the life of the Queen (engraving)
654651 Lafayette preserving the life of the Queen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lafayette preserving the life of the Queen)

Native American Food (coloured engraving)
PNP245676 Native American Food (coloured engraving) by American School; Private Collection; (add.info.: mixed & pulverised with dried meat to make pemmican;)

The story of salt (colour litho)
3099306 The story of salt (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The story of salt)

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"Preserving: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the vibrant streets of Chania, Crete, where octopuses hang delicately on washing lines, drying under the Mediterranean sun. This ancient practice speaks volumes about the Greek Islands' rich heritage and their commitment to preserving traditions. Frances Densmore, a pioneering US anthropologist, dedicated her life to preserving indigenous cultures worldwide. Her tireless efforts ensured that these diverse communities would not be forgotten by future generations. In the 17th century, heart anatomists meticulously dissected and preserved organs with utmost precision. Their groundbreaking work revolutionized our understanding of this vital organ while leaving an indelible mark on medical history. The Palace of Fontainbleau stands as a testament to France's dedication to preserving its architectural marvels. This majestic palace has witnessed centuries of history unfold within its walls and continues to captivate visitors with its grandeur. Marie Lohr's portrayal of Josepha in "Preserving Mr Panmure" showcases the power of theater in capturing moments frozen in time. Through her performance, she immortalizes characters and emotions for audiences to cherish forever. Jars filled with blackberry jam adorned with solidified paraffin wax seals transport us back to simpler times when homemade preserves were treasured heirlooms passed down through generations. These jars hold not only sweet flavors but also memories that endure over time. Vintage Vinolia advertisements remind us how even personal care products have been preserved throughout history. The timeless elegance depicted in these ads serves as a reminder that some things never go out of style. Witnessing a brown bear standing proudly on rocks devouring salmon at Brooks Falls reminds us of nature's delicate balance and the importance wildlife habitats like Katmai National Park in Alaska, USA. A close-up encounter with a plains zebra peering curiously through bushes at Etosha National Park reveals nature's beauty up close.