Figue blanche ronde c. 19th century

"Figue blanche ronde" is a botanical illustration by French artist Michel Bouquet (1807-1890) created in the 19th century. The artwork, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases a single branch of a fig tree adorned with leaves and ripe figs. Bouquet's meticulous detail and use of color bring the subject to life, highlighting the natural beauty of the fruit. This piece is a fine example of the genre of botanical illustration, which flourished in the 19th century and aimed to document and celebrate the diversity of the natural world.