Arthur Cook (H.T.) – Gold Medal Rose Print, Clay Cup Winner, 1925 (Published in 1926 Annual)

Description

Description:
This exquisite vintage botanical print depicts the award-winning Arthur Cook rose, a richly coloured Hybrid Tea (H.T.) variety. Celebrated for its deep crimson petals and full classic bloom, this rose was the proud Gold Medal recipient and winner of the Clay Cup in 1925, one of the most prestigious accolades of the rose world at the time.

Featured in the 1926 Annual, likely published by the National Rose Society, the image captures both a full bloom and an unopened bud, displaying the elegant symmetry and velvety texture that defined this cultivar. It’s an exceptional piece of rose history and botanical artistry, mounted on black cardboard measuring approximately 14 x 15 cm, perfect for collectors or admirers of floral heritage.

Date: 1925 (awarded), print published 1926
Rose Variety: Arthur Cook (H.T.)
Awards: Gold Medal, Clay Cup Winner
Source: Annual of the National Rose Society, 1926
Artist: Uncredited, possibly chromolithograph based on photography

Condition Note:
As an authentic vintage print from the 1920s, minor signs of age such as slight yellowing, paper toning, or faint spotting may be present. These marks of time are part of its charm and historical integrity.

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