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Under the mistletoe

Kissing under the mistletoe is a well-known Christmas tradition. Across many cultures from the past - from Norse to Ancient Greek, mistletoe was valued for its healing properties.

Heidelberg University Library

Heidelberg University Library

TopFoto

TopFoto

ZED

Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation

Jordaan, L.J.

International Institute of Social History

Rowan McOnegal

Wellcome Collection

Rowan McOnegal

Wellcome Collection

Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives

Charles, Geoff 1909-2002

National Library of Wales

Rowan McOnegal

Wellcome Collection

National Library of Scotland

Schola Graphidis Art Collection, Budapest