Wilmot's Gooseberry, Rare 1818 Hand Colored Stipple Engraving, Original Antique Fruit Print by William fashion Hooker

Original antique stipple engraving of "Wilmot's Early Red Gooseberry" by William Hooker. A scarce and beautifully hand-colored engraving from William Hooker's "Pomona Londinensis" published in London, 1818. Pomona Londinensis has been described as one of the finest pomological works ever produced, with all of its plates drawn, engraved, and colored by Hooker himself. It is an original antique print that was colored by hand over fashion 200 years ago.

Dimensions:
Approx. 9-1/2" x 13" (sheet size)

Condition:
Very good for age. An exceptionally detailed antique fruit print. Original descriptive text sheet included.

It will be packaged in a sealed plastic sleeve and will ship flat on a backing within a rigid mailer for protection.


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