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Plate LXXI. (Melon)

  • ARTIST: George Brookshaw

  • PUBLISHER: Published by George Brookshaw, London.

  • MEDIUM: Aquatint and stipple engraving,

    DATE: 1804-12.

  • EDITION SIZE: Image size 16 3/4 x 1 3 1/8" (42.5 x 33.3 cm).

  • DESCRIPTION: From "Pomona Britannica; or a Collection of the most esteemed fruits...." Partially printed in color and finished by hand. Accurately drawn and colored from nature by Brookshaw.<br><br> One of the most beautiful botanical series devoted to fruits ever produced.<br><br> The melons are among the most sought after in the series.

  • ADDITIONAL INFO:

  • CONDITION: Good condition and color..

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