[Watercolor Painting, Still-Life], 18 by 14 in, (46 by 36 cm),
I.V. Passmoore, 1990

Sweet Fruits of the Moroccan Date Palm, Gift Fruit

Passmoore, Works Of Alexander & I.V.

The Arabs made a wine of them at one time, but Islam quelled production. I wonder how many great alcoholic beverages have gone extinct over the years, in concert with religious vicissitudes? There may be profit in the resurrection of long-extinct brews.
Series Description: Fresh fruit is delicious, and it can be an object of beauty. As gifts, as healthy sustenance & hydration, as medicine -- fruits deserve far more attention. Related series: Gourmet Food.

A selection of 10 more titles in this series --

Sapelo Island Prickly Pears in GA Recipe for a Turkish Delight Peaches And Eucalyptus

Sweet Fruits of the Moroccan Date Palm | Date Palm, Laden | Figs from Brookhaven St. | Midsummer's Lunch on the Balcony | Persimmons | Persimmons, Hibiscus & Geranium | Yellow Dates from China |

Summary of titles in the "Gift Fruit" series --
18 Watercolor Paintings | 8 Oil Paintings | 1 Pen & Ink Sketch/Drawings |

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