Pineapple | Unique Vintage Collotype Wall Art c.1950 | Chinese Still Life Print

Pineapple | Mid-Century Botanical

Pineapple captures the fruit’s textured golden skin and spiky leaves in lush detail. At 8 × 6 inches, this small-format collotype is an elegant nod to Chinese botanical art, perfect for compact display areas or gallery arrangements with eclectic charm.

Provenance note: These small-format collotypes were issued without printed publication details. Based on paper, print technique, and subject matching, they align with the 1950 series published by J. Verner Reed in New York.

Details
Size: 8 × 6 inches
Medium: Collotype on paper
Date: Mid-20th century (consistent with 1950 series)
Publisher/Printer: Unmarked (see provenance note)
Condition: Mint / uncirculated — preserved flat, never framed or displayed
Includes: Lithograph care sheet

Pair With

• Banana (Plantain) — A tropical companion with complementary form and warmth.
• Pumpkin — Blends bold fruit textures and warm tones.
• Cucumber — Adds a refreshing green tone for a balanced set.

Learn more about our process and collection philosophy:
The Collotype Process at Triton Press, N.Y.C.
Vintage vs. New Vintage: What’s the Difference?

Unknown, 1950 by Unknown