Maple Leaf Bower Canvas Print

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We never see only what we see; we always see something else with it and through it.
~ Paul Tillich
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Maple
Genus : Acer

Maples are considered to be the broadleaf trees with the most beautiful foliage. New England is considered to have the most vibrantly cololured maple leaves in the world.

It is the sharp pointed leaves that give the maple its name: the botanical Latin word acer means sharp. The wood was used to make spears and lances, while the leaves healed the wounds. Maple wood imparts a pleasant flavour to food or drink when bowls or cups are made from it and again, back to ancient times, cups called mazers were made from maple wood.

The Japanese maple is considered to be the Elegant maple. It is mentioned in Japanese novels dating back to the 11th century. It was a Dutch botanist that brought the maple to the West (the Acer palmatum : like the palm of a hand). These trees grow throu...

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