Cocoa Collection (#9)

Advertisement for Frys Cocoa illustrated in the News London record of Transvall War 1899-1900

Chocolate mill, 1886. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining, and Engineering, by Charles Tomlinson, Volume I, (Jamess Virtue, London, 1886)

The Cocoa Tree Club of St. Jamess Street
Interior of the Cocoa Tree Club, said to be the oldest club in London, showing the tree, which went up through two floors

Maison Sargos at a cacao and coffee plantation, Congo
Maison Sargos at a cacao and coffee plantation in the Kouilou Department in south of the Republic of the Congo (then French Equatorial Africa) at the west coast of Africa. Date: circa 1910

Cadburys Happy Families - Master Good
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Master Good the Grocers Son. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Master Flavour
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Master Flavour the Chefs Son. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Miss Roses
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Miss Roses the Gardeners Daughter. circa 1950

Seychelles Island cocoa-nut, ripe spadix with husk, ripe nut and embryo, Lodoicea sechellarum.. Illustration by WJ Hooker, engraved by Swan

Unripe fruit, sections of the double coconut or Seychelles Island cocoa-nut, Lodoicea sechellarum.. Illustration by WJ Hooker, engraved by Swan

Frys Cocoa advertisement, WW1
Advertisement for Frys Pure Breakfast Cocoa, Always on Active Service, being enjoyed by three British soldiers at the Front. 1918

The Cocoa Tree Club
The exterior of the Cocoa Tree Club building, of which Lord Byron was a member. It was originally a Tory chocolate house and also famous for once being the Jacobite Party H.Q. Date: early 1930s

Cocoa plant engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

AZTEC: CHOCOLATE, 1685. An Aztec with his chocolate. Line engraving from a French history of chocolate, tea, and coffee published in 1685

BUSN2A-00240
Ad for Bakers Chocolate, circa 1900. Printed color illustration

Queen Victoria & Cocoa
Advertisement featuring Queen Victoria and her daughter Princess Beatrice enjoying a reviving cup of cocoa (Cadburys of course) while in the royal train

A woman peels the skins away from cocoa beans. Cocoa is one of Sao Tome and Principes biggest exports. They now sell Sao Tome chocolate in Marks and Spencers

Two Sao Tomense women sort through cocoa beans at the cocoa plant in the village of Agua Ize. Cocoa is the countrys principle export

Ghana, Greater Accra, Mampong. Cocoa pods- Ghana is the largest cocoa producer in the world

Opening cocoa pods, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, c1900s. Artist: Strong
Opening cocoa pods, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, c1900s. Published by Davidson & Todd Ltd (Trinidad). (Colorised black and white print)

Drying the Cocoa, 1912. Artist: Charles Robinson
Drying the Cocoa, 1912. Cocoa production in the West Indies. From More About The Empire by Alice Talwin Morris. [Blackie and Son Limited, London, Glasgow and Bombay, 1912]

Posters, c1916. Artist: F Gregory Brown
Posters, c1916. From The Studio Volume 80. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1920]

Advertisement for Cadburys Cocoa, 1890. A print from The Graphic, 5 July 1890

Advertising page from the Yuletide, Christmas annual, 1887

Drying cocoa, Trinidad, c1900s

The Prospector, 1908-1909. Artist: Jan Hendrik Scheltema
The Prospector, 1908-1909. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1908-1909, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 14, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London, 1908-1909)

Cocoa tree, Jamaica, c1905. Artist: Adolphe Duperly & Son
Cocoa tree, Jamaica, c1905. Cocoa or cacao tree with pods from which chocolate is made. Illustration from Picturesque Jamaica, by Adolphe Duperly & Son, (England, c1905)

The chocolate nut tree, 1886. Pod of the Cacao tree, from which cocoa and chocolate are made. Illustration from Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts, Mechanical and Chemical, Manufactures, Mining

Collecting cocoa, Venezuela, 1892. From Cocoa: All About It by Historicus. (London, 1892)

Production of cocoa, 16th century. A cocoa bush shaded by a larger type of tree and cocoa beans lying in the sun to dry. In the left foreground a native is making a fire by means of the blister method

French seller of hot cocoa
Marchand de Coco. A French vendor sells cups of cocoa or hot chocolate to a group of boys. Date: C.1875

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Good
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Good the Grocers Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Flavour
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Flavour the Chefs Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Cream
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Cream the Farmers Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Vogue
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Vogue the Artists Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Tray
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Tray the Waiters Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Roses
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Roses the Gardeners Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mr Good
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mr Good the Grocer. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mr Flavour
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mr Flavour the Chef. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mr Cream
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mr Cream the Farmer. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mr Block
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mr Block the Sculptor. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mr Biscuit
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mr Biscuit the Baker. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Miss Tray
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Miss Tray the Waiters Daughter. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Miss Good
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Miss Good the Grocers Daughter. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Miss Flavour
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Miss Flavour the Chefs Daughter. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Miss Cream
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Miss Cream the Farmers Daughter. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Miss Block
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Miss Block the Sculptors Daughter. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Miss Biscuit
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Miss Biscuit the Bakers Daughter. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Master Roses
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Master Roses the Gardeners Son. circa 1950

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"Cocoa: A Rich History and Delightful Treat" From the early days of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's endorsement in Frys Cocoa Advert to the iconic Bournville Cocoa Poster, it has captivated people for centuries. Derived from Theobroma cacao, a tropical tree bearing cocoa pods, this delectable ingredient has become synonymous with indulgence. In the heart of Birmingham lies Mens Pavilion & Recreation Grounds in Bournville, where residents have long enjoyed the pleasures of cocoa. Horse-drawn vehicles and barrows once filled Borough High Street in London back in 1904, delivering this beloved treat to eager customers. The popularity extended beyond borders as well. In Australia, chocolate lovers embraced their own version of the Easter bunny with the Chocolate Bilby. Meanwhile, Lyles Pure Soluble Cocoa found its way into households worldwide through enticing advertisements that promised pure satisfaction. But let us not forget about the origins itself – nestled on trees are vibrant cocoa pods waiting to be harvested. These precious fruits hold within them a world of flavors and possibilities that have been cherished throughout history. Even homeopathy recognized the power as it became an essential ingredient in remedies aimed at soothing both body and soul. Its comforting qualities were celebrated through captivating posters depicting gatherings around these magical pods. Today, we continue to savor every sip or bite infused with rich cocoa goodness. Whether it's a warm cup on a chilly evening or a decadent dessert shared among loved ones, there is no denying that cocoa holds a special place in our hearts and taste buds alike. So next time you indulge in your favorite chocolate treat or reach for that steaming mug of hot cocoa, remember its fascinating journey – from Captain Scott's endorsement to bustling streets lined with horse-drawn carriages – all leading back to one thing: pure bliss found within each velvety sip or melt-in-your-mouth bite.