Spadice Normale Della Palma - Spadix of the Date Palm

by Giorgio Gallesio

This exceptionally rare and original color-plate engraving comes from the renowned 19th century pomological publication, Pomona Italiana by Giorgio Gallesio. This color-plate beautifully portrays the Spadice Normale Della Palma (Spadix of the Date Palm) with exceptional scientific precision and artistic elegance. Gallesio’s work is one of the classic examples of botanical artwork that is recognized for its elaborate multi-layered colorings, excellent stipple engravings and heavy wove paper.

This particular anatomical illustration provides an example of the convergence between taxonomy and art during the Enlightenment period, thus making it a highly collectible piece among pomological prints, fruit studies, and classic Italian natural history art.