Poppy flower, root, and seed pods. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
Sowing seed in ancient timesFarmer in the ancient Middle East sowing grain. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
Ancient agricultureFarmer sowing seeds in the ancient Middle East. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
HOUS2D-00003Spices of historical significance: nutmeg, green cardamon pods, coriander, and allspice (counterclockwise from front left). Digital photograph
HOUS2D-00002Spices of historical significance: green cardamom pods, coriander, allspice, and nutmeg (counterclockwise from front left). Digital photograph