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Pyrus communis, conference pears
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Pyrus communis, conference pears
Illustration from Full Instructions for the Young Artist: a companion to the Treatises on Flowers and Birds 1817, by George Brookshaw
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This exquisite watercolor illustration showcases the Conference Pear, scientifically known as Pyrus communis, a beloved fruit belonging to the Rosaceae family, order Rosales, and the subclass Rosidae. The Conference Pear, also referred to as the European or Common Pear, is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed within an ovary. As a dicot, it is a eudicot, meaning it possesses two embryonic seed leaves or cotyledons. The Conference Pear is particularly noteworthy for its unique growth habit, where the fruit develops in a compact cluster, resembling a conference of pears. The fruit's green, juicy, and succulent nature is beautifully captured in this illustration, which highlights the intricate details of the pear's texture and form. This stunning watercolor is an excerpt from "Full Instructions for the Young Artist: a companion to the Treatises on Flowers and Birds," published in 1817 by renowned English botanical artist George Brookshaw. The illustration is a testament to Brookshaw's mastery of watercolor techniques and his keen observational skills, which allowed him to accurately depict the various forms and details of the Conference Pear. The botanical illustration not only serves as a beautiful work of art but also plays a vital role in documenting the natural world, contributing to the advancement of botanical knowledge during the 19th century. This illustration is a valuable resource for researchers, horticulturists, and anyone with an appreciation for the natural world and the art of botanical illustration.
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