Peaches
George Brookshaw
Published by London, 1804
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This remarkable, large folio fruit engraving is from George Brookshaw's Pomona Britannica, or a Collection of the Most Esteemed Fruits at present cultivated in the country; together with the Blossoms and Leaves of such as are necessary to distinguish the various sorts from each other. The work featured originally hand-colored aquatint engravings created using the color printed stipple method. They were engraved by R. Brookshaw & H. Merke. George Brookshaw published the work in London between 1804 and 1812.Dunthorne remarked on Brookshaw and his work as â One of the eminent English artists of the early nineteenth century is George Brookshaw, who issued in 1812, Pomona Britannica. Ninety aquatint plates, printed in colour and on a scale comparable to Thorntonâ s Temple of Flora, depict the fruit grown around London and particularly in the royal gardens at Hampton Court. In Aquatint Engravings, Brookshawâ s Pomona Britannica is described by S. T. Prideaux as 'one of the finest colour plate books in existence.' In many of these plates the lovely mellow tones of the fruit glow against the dark or light brown backgrounds.â --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be some toning or smudging in the margins. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact with any questions. --- Paper Size ~ 17 3/8" by 22 1/8"; Image Size Varies Slightly ~ 12 - 13" by 16 - 17 1/2" ~ 17 3/8" by 22 1/8"; Image Size Varies Slightly ~ 12 - 13" by 16 - 17 1/2". Seller Inventory # brookshaw-folio032
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Title: Peaches
Publisher: London
Publication Date: 1804
Condition: Fine
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Peaches
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London, 1804
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Fine. This remarkable, large folio fruit engraving is from George Brookshaw's Pomona Britannica, or a Collection of the Most Esteemed Fruits at present cultivated in the country; together with the Blossoms and Leaves of such as are necessary to distinguish the various sorts from each other. The work featured originally hand-colored aquatint engravings created using the color printed stipple method. They were engraved by R. Brookshaw & H. Merke. George Brookshaw published the work in London between 1804 and 1812.Dunthorne remarked on Brookshaw and his work as âOne of the eminent English artists of the early nineteenth century is George Brookshaw, who issued in 1812, Pomona Britannica. Ninety aquatint plates, printed in colour and on a scale comparable to Thorntonâs Temple of Flora, depict the fruit grown around London and particularly in the royal gardens at Hampton Court. In Aquatint Engravings, Brookshawâs Pomona Britannica is described by S. T. Prideaux as 'one of the finest colour plate books in existence.' In many of these plates the lovely mellow tones of the fruit glow against the dark or light brown backgrounds.â --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There is a light handling bend in the upper right corner. There may be some toning or smudging in the margins. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact with any questions. --- Paper Size ~ 19" by 23 1/2"; Image Size Varies Slightly ~ 12 - 13" by 16 - 17 1/2" ~ 19" by 23 1/2"; Image Size Varies Slightly ~ 12 - 13" by 16 - 17 1/2". Seller Inventory # brookshaw-folio030
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Peaches
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Fine. This remarkable, large folio fruit engraving is from George Brookshaw's Pomona Britannica, or a Collection of the Most Esteemed Fruits at present cultivated in the country; together with the Blossoms and Leaves of such as are necessary to distinguish the various sorts from each other. The work featured originally hand-colored aquatint engravings created using the color printed stipple method. They were engraved by R. Brookshaw & H. Merke. George Brookshaw published the work in London between 1804 and 1812.Dunthorne remarked on Brookshaw and his work as âOne of the eminent English artists of the early nineteenth century is George Brookshaw, who issued in 1812, Pomona Britannica. Ninety aquatint plates, printed in colour and on a scale comparable to Thorntonâs Temple of Flora, depict the fruit grown around London and particularly in the royal gardens at Hampton Court. In Aquatint Engravings, Brookshawâs Pomona Britannica is described by S. T. Prideaux as 'one of the finest colour plate books in existence.' In many of these plates the lovely mellow tones of the fruit glow against the dark or light brown backgrounds.â --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be some toning or smudging in the margins. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact with any questions. --- Paper Size ~ 18 1/2" by 23 1/4"; Image Size Varies Slightly ~ 12 - 13" by 16 - 17 1/2" ~ 18 1/2" by 23 1/4"; Image Size Varies Slightly ~ 12 - 13" by 16 - 17 1/2". Seller Inventory # brookshaw-folio034
[Series of four Peaches], From 'Pomona Britannica; or, A Collection of the Most Esteemed Fruits'.
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London: G. Brookshaw -1812, 1804
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Seller: Shapero Rare Books, London, United Kingdom
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Set of four aquatint engravings, with some stipple, printed in colours and finished by hand. Some tears on the edges otherwise good condition. Paper size: 57.5cm x 47cm. George Brookshaw's 'Pomona Britannica' is the finest work on fruit and flowers ever produced. Its breathtaking images display a level of technical virtuosity and beauty that distinguish this magnificent work as a true work of art. As a retired cabinetmaker, Brookshaw produced his seminal botanical study late in his career, at first publishing it in parts and then as a complete edition in 1812. The fact that this outstanding work took ten years to complete is evident in the quality of its images and the care with which Brookshaw executed each individual picture. 'Pomona Britannica' was produced as a visual record of the best available varieties of fruit in an attempt to encourage gardeners to experiment with growing fruit, and illustrates examples found in the Royal gardens at Hampton Court, Kensington Gardens, and the private gardens of the Prince of Wales in Blackheath. 'Pomona Britannica' differs from other botanical works in its dark aquatinted backgrounds and its stylized compositions. By using aquatint to create a contrasting background, Brookshaw manages to produce a truly dramatic effect. His use of stylized composition distinguishes his pictures from the dry scientific illustrations found in other botanical studies and creates an exceptionally beautiful visual experience. 'Pomona Britannica' is not only a didactic study, it is a masterpiece of illustration in which every picture is a testament to the artist's talent and ingenuity. Plates: [Nectarine] Vermash Nectarine; Violet Hative Nectarine; Roman Nectarine; North's Scarlet Nectarine; Elrouge Nectarine; Peterborough Nectarine, [Nectarine] Dutillees Nectarine; Burgnon's Old Nectarine; Brugnon's Round Nectarine; Murray Nectarine; Newington Nectarine, [Peach] Black Peach of Montreal; Cambra Peach; Monshien's Pacey of Pomperi (Pavie of Pompone?) and [Peach] Chancellor Peach; Catherine Peach; Old Newington Peach. Cf. Dunthorne 50; cf. Great Flower Books (1990) p. 81; cf. Nissen BBI 244; cf. Sandra Raphael An Oak Spring Pomona 40a. Seller Inventory # 87137
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