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Ripe fruit and leaves of Brown Beurre Pear, Pyrus communis
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Ripe fruit and leaves of Brown Beurre Pear, Pyrus communis
5856266 Ripe fruit and leaves of Brown Beurre Pear, Pyrus communis; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and leaves of Brown Beurre Pear, Pyrus communis. Hand-colored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by Watts from Charles McIntosh's "Flora and Pomona" 1829. McIntosh (1794-1864) was a Scottish gardener to European aristocracy and royalty, and author of many book on gardening. E.D. Smith was a botanical artist who drew for Robert Sweet, Benjamin Maund, etc.); © Florilegius
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1794 1864 1829 Beurre Brown Charles Communis Dalton Edwin Gardener Hand Colored Mcintosh Pear Pomology Pomona Pyrus Ripe Smith Steel Engraving Watts The Author
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This stunning hand-colored illustration captures the beauty of ripe fruit and leaves of the Brown Beurre Pear, Pyrus communis. The intricate details of each pear and leaf are brought to life by artist Edwin Dalton Smith, who skillfully engraved this piece for Charles McIntosh's "Flora and Pomona" in 1829.
McIntosh, a Scottish gardener known for his work with European aristocracy and royalty, was also an author of many books on gardening. His collaboration with Smith resulted in this exquisite botanical artwork that continues to captivate viewers centuries later.
The rich brown hues of the pears contrast beautifully with the vibrant green leaves, creating a harmonious composition that is both visually striking and botanically accurate. This steel engraving exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail that were characteristic of botanical art during this period.
As you admire this print, you can almost imagine plucking one of these luscious pears straight from the tree. It serves as a reminder of nature's bounty and the timeless appeal of botanical illustrations as works of art.
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