White Bread Collection (#8)

Bread and Milk (colour litho)
5997669 Bread and Milk (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bread and Milk. Illustration for Afternoon Tea, Rhymes for Children)

Our Special Artist in Egypt, Character Sketches along the Road from Alexandria to Cairo (engraving)
1623906 Our Special Artist in Egypt, Character Sketches along the Road from Alexandria to Cairo (engraving) by English School

New Years Day at the Home of Rest for Horses (litho)
1597058 New Years Day at the Home of Rest for Horses (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Years Day at the Home of Rest for Horses)

The Collieries Strike in South Wales (engraving)
1627385 The Collieries Strike in South Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Collieries Strike in South Wales)

Jesus Christ, and the Blessed Sacrament (colour litho)
5197946 Jesus Christ, and the Blessed Sacrament (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus Christ, and the Blessed Sacrament)

A Sporting Question (colour litho)
818336 A Sporting Question (colour litho) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sporting Question. Anti-free trade postcard.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Feeding the Birds in the Park (engraving)
964510 Feeding the Birds in the Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feeding the Birds in the Park.); © Look and Learn

The letter G (engraving)
973185 The letter G (engraving) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: The letter G. Illustration for Nonsense Botany and Nonsense Alphabets (Frederick Warne)

Baker (colour litho)
3650322 Baker (colour litho) by Petherick, H.W. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baker. Illustration for London Characters (Aunt Louisas London Toy Books, Frederick Warne)

Coopers Luncheon, Tea and Coffee Rooms (b / w photo)
3651377 Coopers Luncheon, Tea and Coffee Rooms (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coopers Luncheon, Tea and Coffee Rooms)

With the Tirah Expedition (litho)
1042652 With the Tirah Expedition (litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Tirah Expedition)

An Englishmans Journey across Corea with Bread and Jam (engraving)
1041797 An Englishmans Journey across Corea with Bread and Jam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Englishmans Journey across Corea with Bread and Jam)

How a grain of wheat becomes a loaf of bread (colour litho)
3099296 How a grain of wheat becomes a loaf of bread (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How a grain of wheat becomes a loaf of bread)

Communion (colour litho)
3095600 Communion (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Communion. Illustration for Grand Album d Images en Couleurs for l Explication du Catechisme by Abbe)

The visit of Saint Anthony to Saint Paul of the hermit from the Isenheim altarpiece
898692 The visit of Saint Anthony to Saint Paul of the hermit from the Isenheim altarpiece. Detail of a crow carrying a piece of bread, c.1512-16 (oil on panel) by Grunewald

The Eastern Question (engraving)
1053969 The Eastern Question (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eastern Question)

L art de faire le pain a l age de la pierre (engraving)
957766 L art de faire le pain a l age de la pierre (engraving) by Bayard, Emile Antoine (1837-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: L art de faire le pain a l age de la pierre)

The Russian Advance, with General Gourko across the Plain of Sofia (engraving)
1049935 The Russian Advance, with General Gourko across the Plain of Sofia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Russian Advance)

The History of a Crime, the Testimony of an Eye-Witness (engraving)
1049752 The History of a Crime, the Testimony of an Eye-Witness (engraving) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The History of a Crime)

Bread and Butter Days (engraving)
1060919 Bread and Butter Days (engraving) by Grossmith, Weedon (1854-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bread and Butter Days)

French coming into the Prussian Lines for Bread, at the Ferry of Sevres (engraving)
1104861 French coming into the Prussian Lines for Bread, at the Ferry of Sevres (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Roumanian Priests blessing with Bread and Wine the Emperor of Russia at the Ploesti Railway Station (engraving)
1106385 Roumanian Priests blessing with Bread and Wine the Emperor of Russia at the Ploesti Railway Station (engraving) by English School

The General Strike in Florence, Everyday Scenes in the Streets (litho)
1040718 The General Strike in Florence, Everyday Scenes in the Streets (litho) by Soper, George (1870-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The General Strike in Florence)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1039076 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements)

Boy eating a crust of bread (chromolitho)
1093441 Boy eating a crust of bread (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy eating a crust of bread)

Bread (chromolitho)
961296 Bread (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bread. French trade card, 19th century.); © Look and Learn

"Here is Bread, Brother"(ink on paper)
960752 " Here is Bread, Brother" (ink on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Here is Bread, Brother")

Stottie cakes, buttered on plate and on cooling rack nearby, a type of bread originally from Newcastle, Northeast England, close-up

Stacked slices of toast, toasted slices of bread

Sandwich. Bite taken out of a white bread sandwich filled with ham and mustard

Distribution of Herring and White Bread at the Relief of Leiden The Netherlands, 3 October 1574, Otto van Veen, 1574 - 1629

Bacon sandwich, bacon on white bread

Layering a sandwich with bacon, tomato and lettuce - BLT

Two slices of toasted white bread stuffed with mayonnaise, cranberry sauce, bacon, chicken, lettuce, tomatoes

Sliced loaf of soft white bread in clear plastic packaging, side view

Wholemeal bread, white bread, crispbread, cereals, pasta, popcorn

Sandwich stuffed with cheese, various meats, tomatoes and lettuce

Three slices of grilled bread, on barbecue grill, close-up

Bowl of Bouillabaisse fish stew with baguette slices

Three slices of toasted French bread with green herb sauce each topped with a prawn, garnished with lemon wedges

Good sources of carbohydrates, fibre and starch including bread, potato, grains, breakfast cereal, and potatoes

Loaf of white bread with two slices, close-up

Two sandwiches, made with white and wholemeal bread, and carrots, cucumbers, salad, cherries and crisps, on a blue plate

A selection of fresh Italian breads in a basket

Two baguettes

BLT, bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich with cress garnish

Sandwich stuffed with cucumber, tomato, cheese and salami, close-up

Sliced peaches and cream on slice of white bread toast

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"From Ancient Times to Modern Delights: The Story of White Bread" Step back in time and witness the evolution through art. In an engraving from 1568, "The Baker, " we see a depiction of two pieces of toast - one white, one brown - showcasing the diversity in bread choices even then. Traveling further south to Sicily, we find ourselves in Sant Angelo Muxaro, where traditional bakeries proudly display their loaves of white bread. These images captured on canvas give us a glimpse into the rich history and cultural significance attached to this staple food. Moving forward to the late 15th century, we encounter detailed panels from altarpieces such as "The Altarpiece of the Holy Sacrament. " Among these intricate scenes is a portrayal of man eating milk-soup, reminding us that bread has always been intertwined with nourishment and sustenance. Fast forward again to 1927 when "The Last Supper" was immortalized on canvas. Here we witness Jesus breaking bread with his disciples - an iconic moment forever associated with communion and unity. But it's not just about historical depictions; even children's books like "Imagier de l'enfance" from around 1900 feature illustrations capturing the joyous act of tasting freshly baked white bread in farmyards. White bread has come a long way since its humble beginnings. From being depicted alongside brown alternatives centuries ago to becoming an integral part of religious ceremonies and everyday life today, this simple yet versatile food continues to hold a special place in our hearts (and stomachs). So next time you bite into that soft slice or enjoy a sandwich made with fluffy white slices, remember that you are indulging in more than just food – you are savoring centuries-old traditions and connecting with cultures across time.