Admire the timeless elegance of 19th century Italian botany in your own home. Inspired by the famous masterwork Pomona Italiana by Count Giorgio Gallesio, this museum quality reproduction features the Caprifico (Wild Fig / Caprifig), showcasing the scientific accuracy and beautiful hand coloring that characterized 19th century European pomology.Illustrated by some of Italy’s best 19th century botanical artists and engravers, the artwork shows the impressive shape of the Ficus carica, from its highly lobed green leaves to the texture of the wild fig fruit. The botanist Gallesio was an expert at describing genetic variations who was cited by Charles Darwin and used very detailed scientific observation paired with rich coloration. Remastered digitally to keep the vintage feel, this archival print is sure to bring elegance to your home library, kitchen or den.
