Ficus - Higo de Calimyrna
1912
Golden and inviting, this botanical illustration captures the Calimyrna fig in all its glory, showcasing both its smooth, pale yellow exterior and the intricate, seedy interior of a sliced specimen. Painted by Elsie Lower Pomeroy in 1912, it was part of a massive USDA project to document fruit varieties across America, specifically tracking an experimental shipment from Fresno, California to New York. These watercolors weren't just pretty pictures; they were vital scientific records helping farmers identify and cultivate the perfect produce before photography could truly capture color.
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