“Margaret McGredy” (H.T.) Gold Medal Rose – Vintage Botanical Print from the 1926 Annual

Description

Description:
This beautifully preserved vintage botanical print showcases the exquisite ‘Margaret McGredy’ Hybrid Tea Rose (H.T.), a Gold Medal-winning variety, as featured in the 1926 Annual. The rose is displayed in full bloom and bud form, with vibrant pink-red outer petals and a warm, creamy centre, highlighting its elegant gradient and perfect symmetry—classic traits of early 20th-century rose hybridisation.

The ‘Margaret McGredy’ rose is a celebrated cultivar introduced by the renowned McGredy family of rose breeders from Northern Ireland. Its award of a Gold Medal attests to its exceptional quality, admired for both garden beauty and exhibition value.

Printed in delicate tones with a soft background, this authentic print brings timeless charm to any floral art collection. It has been mounted on black cardboard, measuring approximately 14 x 15 cm, ideal for collectors, gardeners, and lovers of vintage botanical illustrations.

Date: 1926
Rose Variety: Margaret McGredy (Hybrid Tea)
Award: Gold Medal
Published in: Likely the National Rose Society Annual, 1926
Artist: Not credited – likely produced using chromolithography or hand-tinted photograph

Condition Note:
Please note that this is an original vintage print, and as such, may show signs of age-related wear such as slight foxing, minor discoloration, or edge softening. These elements only add to its historic authenticity and vintage charm.

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