Vitis Hycales
1909
Before modern photography, the USDA hired artists like Ellen Isham Schutt to create a visual library of American fruits. Painted in 1909, this lush cluster of 'Hycales' grapes from Napa Valley looks good enough to eat, with Schutt masterfully capturing the dusty bloom and reddish blush on each individual berry. These weren't just pretty pictures; they were crucial scientific records helping farmers identify and cultivate the perfect crop, turning botanical science into high art.
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- Watercolor
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- Paper
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