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Quince Fruit Tree, Victorian Botanical Illustration

Quince Fruit Tree, Victorian Botanical Illustration


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Quince Fruit Tree, Victorian Botanical Illustration

Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Quince Fruit Tree, Pirus Cydonia: Plate 49, from The Book of Practical Botany in Word and Image (Lehrbuch der praktischen Pflanzenkunde in Wort und Bild), Published in 1886. Copyright has expired on this artwork. Digitally restored

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Craig McCausland

Media ID 11772774

© Craig McCausland

1880 1889 268399 66697 78279 81352 Annual Apple Blossom Apple Fruit Bush Decoration Design Element Diagram Floral Food Fruit Fruit Tree Hand Colored Herb Herbal Medicine Pear Perennial Petal Scented Single Flower Stem Vibrant Color Multi Colored Quince Retro Styled Victorian Style


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This beautifully illustrated antique print showcases the Quince Fruit Tree, a rare and exquisite botanical illustration from the Victorian era. Published in 1886 as part of "The Book of Practical Botany in Word and Image" this engraving captures the intricate details of the Pirus Cydonia species with remarkable precision. Digitally restored to its former glory, this artwork is a testament to the artistry and scientific accuracy that characterized Victorian botanical illustrations. The copyright on this stunning piece has expired, allowing us to appreciate its historical significance freely. The vibrant colors and retro styling add an enchanting touch to this vertical composition. Against a clean white background, every element - from the delicate flowers and leaves to the luscious fruits - stands out vividly. This print serves as both a decorative design element and an educational resource for enthusiasts of botany, history, or nature. With its meticulous depiction of plant anatomy, including stems, petals, and even apple blossoms intertwined with quinces themselves, this illustration offers insight into herbal medicine practices prevalent during that time. It encapsulates not only beauty in nature but also valuable knowledge passed down through generations. Craig McCausland's expertise shines through his restoration work on this lithograph print. Preserving alluring multi-colored hues while ensuring clarity throughout each detail makes it truly exceptional. As we admire this timeless masterpiece today, we are transported back to a bygone era when botanical illustrations were cherished for their artistic merit as well as their scientific value.

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