Botanical model of Fragaria vesca, Rosaceae (Wood strawberry)
Object No. 8412
Botanical model, Fragaria vesca, Rosaceae, papier-mâché / wood, made by Christopher Vetter, Hamburg, Germany, purchased 1884
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Summary
Physical Description
Botanical model of a wood strawberry consisting of a tall, thin stem and an open flower. The flower features four large, white petals; ten green leaves with fine hairs on the surface and yellow, budding berries in the centre. The flower is mounted on a circular, wooden stand painted dark brown.
DIMENSIONS
Height
430 mm
Width
210 mm
Depth
200 mm
PRODUCTION
Notes
This model was made by Christopher Vetter in Hamburg, Germany.
HISTORY
Notes
The model was purchased by the Museum in 1884.
SOURCE
Credit Line
Purchased 1884
Acquisition Date
27 October 1884
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