Description

George Brookshaw (1751-1823)
Plate 25 – White Avant Peach
From: Pomona Britannica
London: 1804-1812
Hand-colored aquatint engraving
Sheet Dimension: 19 x 15.25 in. Frame Dimension: 26.75 x 22.75 in.

Characterized by the highest standards of production and artistic quality, the superb illustrations that Brookshaw drew and engraved for the Pomona remain
perhaps the most sumptuous and distinctive of the early 19th century. Brookshaws fine illustrations make excellent use of the rich, modulated tones that the aquatint process creates. The elegantly arranged and richly colored fruits emerge from deep brown backgrounds or float on a softly mottled
light ground, creating a presence unlike that of any other botanical illustrations.The beauty and uniqueness of his illustrations guarantees the lasting value of this most exceptional work.