Lot 147: Collection of 15 Botanical and Floral Art Books

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Description

A comprehensive collection of 15 (mostly) hardcover books dedicated to botanical illustration and floral art, featuring a variety of renowned artists and authors. This lot includes titles such as 'The Book of Flowers' by Alice M. Coats, 'The Frampton Flora' by Richard Mabey, 'Redoute's Roses' by P.J. Redoute, 'Bulbs in Bloom' by Peter Arnold, 'The Art of Botanical Illustration' by Wilfrid Blunt and William T. Stearn, 'Bird, Beast & Flower' by Marie Angel, 'Cicely Mary Barker and Her Art' by Jane Laing, 'Mr. Marshal's Flower Book', 'Brilliant Touch' by Adam Forster, 'The Quintessential Bird' by Betty Temple Watts, 'For the Love of Nature' by E.P. Gosselin, 'Marianne North' by Michelle Payne, 'Two With Nature' by Ellen Hickman & John Ryan, and 'Rory McEwen The Botanical Paintings'. The books cover a wide range of subjects within botanical art, from historical illustrations to modern interpretations, and showcase diverse artistic styles.

Condition Report

Books exhibit general shelf wear, including scuffing, minor corner dings, and some fading to spines. 'The Book of Flowers' has a peeling protective plastic cover. 'The Frampton Flora' shows yellowing to page edges consistent with age.

Specifications

CategoryBooks
Lot ReferenceLOT-147
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