The Best Of Redoute's Roses

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The Best of Redoute's Roses. Published by Ariel Press, London, 1959. First edition. Rare. In 'as new' condition other than some browning of tissue dust paper. The cover itself is in perfect condition. Exquisite folio sized plates by Pierre-Joseph Redoute. The artist was known for his watercolours of roses, lilies and other flowers at the Château de Malmaison, many of which were published as engravings. He was nicknamed "the Raphael of flowers" and has been called the greatest botanical illustrator of all time.

75 GBP