Some of the sweets beloved of the native
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Some of the sweets beloved of the native
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge 1858-1949. 180 x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952
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Eucalyptus Eudicot Eurosid Flavour Gum Tree Malvidae Myrtaceae Myrtales Olivia Fanny Olivia Fanny Tonge Rosid Sketchbook Sugar Sweet Tonge Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This enchanting watercolor painting by Olivia Fanny Tonge, titled "Some of the Sweets Beloved of the Native," showcases an array of delightful treats derived from native plants of Australia. Painted in 1858, this 180 x 260mm sketch is one of sixteen watercolors presented to the museum in 1952. In the foreground, we find a cluster of Myrtaceae fruits, their vibrant red color contrasting beautifully against the earthy tones of the background. The Myrtaceae family, also known as the myrtles, is an extensive and diverse group of flowering plants, many of which are native to Australia. These fruits, often referred to as "native cherries," are a favorite among the native population and offer a sweet, tangy flavor. To the right, we see a gum tree, likely an Eucalyptus species, with its distinctive bark and leaves. Eucalyptus trees are angiosperms, dicotyledonous flowering plants belonging to the Eudicot clade, and are a significant part of the Australian landscape. The tree's sap, or gum, is harvested and used to make a sweet, sticky substance that is sometimes eaten as a treat. The painting also features a small pot with what appears to be sugar crystals, likely derived from the sap of the Sugar Palm (Arenga pinnata), which is native to Australia and other tropical regions. The sugar palm is an angiosperm, belonging to the Arecaceae family, and its sap is rich in sucrose, making it an ideal source of sweetness. The painting also includes a few other treats, such as a cluster of flowers that may be from the Malvaceae family, which includes hibiscus and cotton plants, and a small pot of rancid ghee, likely used for cooking or as a condiment. This watercolor painting by Olivia Fanny Tonge offers a glimpse into the rich and diverse world of native Australian plants and their uses, providing a fascinating insight into the food culture of the time.
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