This superb illustrated catalogue testifies to the French horticultural expertise of the early 20th century . Published in 1922 by the Lyon-based firm Rivoire Père & Fils, it offers a vast selection of vegetable, flower, and fruit seeds , beautifully laid out with numerous engravings. The graphic charm of the purple cover, depicting a gardener in a period dress amidst a profusion of flowers, makes it a decorative object as prized as it is informative. A precious record of horticultural culture ( flowers, fruit trees, bulbs, growing tips ...) and commercial from the interwar period, ideal for collectors of old seed companies or lovers of botanical imagery .
✦ Origin: Lyon, France ✦ Estimated period: 1922 ✦ Dimensions: 26 × 18.5 cm ✦ Material: Printed paper, black and purple ink ✦ Contents: 119 illustrated pages ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, cover shows signs of wear, interior is clean and complete
An iconic decorative object from horticultural catalogues of the interwar period – ideal for collectors of old seeds or for retro displays.
