Redoute's Fabulous Flowers

Hailed by botanists for their scientific accuracy and by lovers of fine art for their peerless beauty, the floral illustrations of Pierre-Joseph Redoute appear in reproductions in millions of homes around the word. This original compilation presents 80 exquisite renderings of some of the artist's finest works. In addition to its value as a reference for artists, it is also a wonderful companion for nature lovers. AUTHOR: Pierre-Joseph Redoute (1759 1840) ranks among the most highly regarded botanical illustrators in history. Known as the Raphael of Flowers for his meticulously accurate watercolors of roses, lilies, and other flowers, Redoute dominated botanical art from 1790 1830. The official court artist for Louis XVI and art tutor to Marie Antoinette, he survived the Terror to receive the patronage of Napoleon's wife, Empress Josephine.