Uva Barbarossa - Grape Barbarossa

by Giorgio Gallesio

Discover the glory days of Italian pomology with this lovely botanical print of the Uva Barbarossa. Published sometime between 1817 and 1839, this illustration appeared in Pomona Italiana, one of Giorgio Gallesio’s greatest accomplishments.

Gallesio was a devoted chronicler of all the native Italian fruits. This print is an exquisite portrayal of the Barbarossa grape, which is depicted with great precision. The picture perfectly captures the dense cluster of dark, dusty berries, which is contrasted with the finely rendered vine leaf. Known for its prominent part in the history of viticulture in Mediterranean countries, the Barbarossa grape is brought to life thanks to a superb combination of stipple engraving and hand-coloring, emphasizing the transparency of the grape’s skin and its natural bloom.

This botanical print will be a perfect addition to the wine cellar, dining room, or classic library.