Noce-Pesca Cotogna - Cotogna Peach

by Giorgio Gallesio

Step back in time to the golden era of Mediterranean plant science through this beautiful reproduction of Count Giorgio Gallesio’s celebrated "Noce-Pesca Cotogna." The original publication date of this illustration dates back from 1817 until 1839 when it was published in the famed Pomona Italiana. Featuring a rare heritage fruit tree variety famous for its hairless skin and aromatic quince scent, this illustration highlights the beauty of 19th-century Italian orchard varieties.

Featuring beautiful hues of yellow and green as well as the intricate anatomy of the fruit and branch, this artwork will remind you of Gallesio’s groundbreaking contribution to science even though he is cited by none other than Charles Darwin as inspiration for his agricultural studies.