J.G. Glassford – Award-Winning Red Rose – Vintage Botanical Print from the 1926 Annual

Description

Description:
This striking vintage floral print features the radiant J.G. Glassford rose, an exquisite red hybrid tea rose that proudly earned the Silver Gilt Medal at the 1925 Autumn Show. The bloom is depicted in rich, lifelike colour with velvety petals unfurling from a classic high-centred bud, ideal for enthusiasts of historic horticultural illustration.

The artwork is a reproduction from the prestigious 1926 Annual of the National Rose Society, offering a glimpse into early 20th-century British rose cultivation and the art of botanical documentation. Perfect for collectors, gardeners, or interior decorators with a love of vintage floral prints, this piece is mounted on black cardboard and measures approximately 14 x 15 cm.

While the artist is not specifically credited (a common practice in rose annuals of the era), the attention to detail and fine colour reproduction reflect the quality of printmaking from the time.

Date: 1926
Award: Silver Gilt Medal, Autumn Show 1925
Source: National Rose Society Annual
Artist: Unspecified
Mount Size: Approx. 14 x 15 cm
Rose Variety: J.G. Glassford (H.T.)

Condition Note:
Please note that this is an authentic vintage print. Given its age, light wear such as faint foxing, slight toning, or soft corner aging may be present. These natural signs of time contribute to its antique value and historical character.

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