The Grange Apple. by APPLE) Matthews, Elizabeth (illus). Engraved by William Hooker - 1811.
by APPLE) Matthews, Elizabeth (illus). Engraved by William Hooker
The Grange Apple.
by APPLE) Matthews, Elizabeth (illus). Engraved by William Hooker
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London.: Agricultural Society of Herefordshire.. 1811.. Stipple and aquatint engraving with added handcolor, plate mark 11 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches on sheet 15 x 11 inches. Very good condition. This fine plate is from the publication "Pomona Herefordiensis; containing coloured engravings of the old Cider and Perry fruits of Herefordshire" which was prepared by Thomas Andrew Knight, a wealthy landowner who was the most distinguished horticulturist of his time, and an excellent fruit breeder. Of particular historical interest is the "warts and all" quality of the fruit. .
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- Publisher Agricultural Society of Herefordshire.
- Place of Publication London.
- Date Published 1811.
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