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Strawberries
Frogmore Late Pine Sir Joseph Paxton Vicomtesse Hericart de Thury
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1892 Frogmore Paxton Pine Strawberries Vicomtesse
Strawberries - A Delight from Frogmore House, Late Pine, 1892
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This exquisite photograph, captured in 1892, showcases a luscious and inviting arrangement of strawberries, presented on a table adorned with Late Pine decor. The image is a testament to the rich history of horticulture and the enduring appeal of this beloved fruit. The setting for this photograph is Frogmore House, the elegant country retreat of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. The estate, located in Windsor Home Park, was renowned for its beautiful gardens and fruit orchards. The strawberries in this photograph are believed to have been grown in Frogmore's greenhouses, designed by Sir Joseph Paxton, the famous English gardener and architect. Sir Joseph Paxton, who lived from 1803 to 1865, was a pioneer in the field of horticulture, designing numerous glasshouses and conservatories, including the Crystal Palace for the Great Exhibition of 1851. His innovative greenhouse designs allowed for the cultivation of a wide variety of exotic and tropical plants, as well as fruits like strawberries, out of season. The Vicomtesse Hericart de Thury, whose name is associated with this photograph, is not definitively identified as the owner or subject of the image. However, it is known that she was a French aristocrat and an avid gardener, who published several books on the subject. Her connection to the photograph may be due to her shared passion for horticulture and the beauty of Frogmore House. This photograph, with its historical significance and the allure of fresh, ripe strawberries, invites us to savor the past and appreciate the simple pleasures of nature.
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