Nectarine Collection
"Exploring the Juicy Delights of the Stanwick Elruge Nectarine" Step back in time to a Victorian era
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"Exploring the Juicy Delights of the Stanwick Elruge Nectarine" Step back in time to a Victorian era, where a basket of fruit on a scrapbook page reveals the lusciousness of the Prunus persica cultivar known as the Stanwick Elruge nectarine. This delectable fruit is beautifully depicted in an engraving from Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Brugnon; Nectarine; Blutpfirsich. Transporting us further into history, a chromolithograph showcases varieties like Nectarine Peach, Princess of Wales, and Sea Eagle. These vibrant illustrations from c. 1880s Japan capture both the allure and exoticism associated with this succulent fruit. The nectarine peach, another member of the Prunus persica family, takes center stage in Milton's artwork alongside Goldoni and Victoria varieties. A chromolithograph from Newton adds to its visual appeal while highlighting its rich diversity. Intriguingly enough, even brothels found inspiration in this tantalizing fruit as evidenced by a c. 1880s Japanese print depicting Yokohama's infamous Nectarine Brothel No. 9 – an unexpected connection between sensuality and nature's bounty. Moving away from artistry but still within historical context, we encounter two captivating still-life paintings showcasing nectarines among other fruits. The first is "Silver Wine Jug, Ham, and Fruit, " painted between 1660-1666 with oil on canvas capturing their sumptuousness during that period. The second painting titled "Fruit Piece with Wine Glass" dates back to 1692 and continues to celebrate these juicy delights through masterful brushstrokes. As we delve deeper into horticulture history through chromolithographs featuring Grosse Mignonne, Bellegarde, Goshawk varieties along with Barrington and Dymond, we witness the evolution cultivation.