{"product_id":"vintage-book-redoutes-fairest-flowers","title":"Vintage Book: Redouté's Fairest Flowers (Hardcover)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePublished in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1987\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003ePrentice Hall Press\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e in New York, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eRedouté's Fairest Flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e is a stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e312-page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehardcover volume that captures the timeless brilliance of the legendary French court painter Pierre-Joseph Redouté. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis beautifully compiled work reproduces Redouté's highly coveted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003eChoix des plus belles fleurs et des plus beaux fruits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e directly from original rare engravings preserved at the British Museum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e A breathtaking addition to any collection, the book contains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e144 full-page\u003c\/strong\u003e, vibrant color plates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e featuring masterfully detailed renderings of roses, lilies, peonies, camellias, and various exotic flora and fruits. Each botanical masterpiece is paired with insightful commentaries written by distinguished taxonomic experts Martyn Rix and William T. Stearn, who expertly weave together the historical origins, characteristics, and contemporary horticultural notes of each plant. Completing this invaluable volume is a fascinating introduction detailing Redouté's illustrious career under royal patrons such as Marie Antoinette and Empress Josephine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis exquisite book is perfect for art lovers, gardeners, and antiquarian enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Redmond Rose Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67596460621897,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7068\/7049\/files\/11DB9732-0C03-41F1-9267-8E6239F7F712.jpg?v=1790873315","url":"https:\/\/redmondrosecollection.com\/products\/vintage-book-redoutes-fairest-flowers","provider":"Redmond Rose Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}