Susina Basaricatta - Plum

by Giorgio Gallesio

Bring to life the golden glow of an Italian orchard from the 19th century right into your house! This is an amazing fine art print of the Susina Basaricatta, also called "Collo Storto" meaning "Twisted Neck" plum, which was beautifully described by renowned botanist Giorgio Gallesio in his famous 1817 publication Pomona Italiana.

Giorgio Gallesio's book is renowned not only for its great accuracy but also for the unique beauty of its pictures that combine science and art. The technique of rare aquatint engraving gives you the opportunity to see the true velvety golden glow of the plum skin.