Heirloom Fruits of America - Kevles Daniel J. - książka

"Heirloom Fruits of America" showcases 100 vibrant illustrations from the U.

S. Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection, an extensive archive consisting of 7,584 artworks, including paintings, lithographs, and line drawings. Created between 1886 and 1942 by a team of approximately sixty-five commissioned artists, these illustrations functioned as unofficial trademarks in a period when the American fruit industry was rife with competition and deceit, and patents had not yet been extended to living organisms. Each image is intricately crafted, highlighting the rich botanical variety present in American agriculture at the turn of the 20th century. An introduction by Yale historian Daniel J. Kevles provides valuable insights, contextualizing these images within their historical backdrop.