This is an original 1906 2 page article titled, "Bagging Grapes-- A Method of Protection that Shuts Out the Enemies and at the Same Time Improves the Flavor and Appearance of the Fruit," by Fred E. Brooks. Photography by W. E. Rumsey. The article begins, "A good, old-fashioned practice that might well come into more general use among grape growers, is that of protecting the fruit while on the vine by inclosing the clusters in paper bags. There are numerous insects, birds and fungous diseases that attack the fruit during its development, and against most of these the bags can be made to furnish almost perfect protection. Spraying to destroy the pests is often effective and, for the benefit of the vine and foliage should never be neglected..."
Please see additional images and note that the 2 pages are printed on 1 page-- front and back.
CONDITION
This 105+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. There is some light bleed through visible on this article.
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Product Type: Original Print Article; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine +++
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Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 14 inches; 25 x 36 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: Winery, WInemaking, Agriculture, Farming, Farm, Grape vine
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