A Garden Eden: Masterpieces of Botanical Illustration

H. Walter Lack, 2021

Overview

This TASCHEN classic showcases the enduring tradition of botanical illustration, combining artistic skill with scientific accuracy. It features a selection of outstanding works from the National Library of Vienna, including many newly presented images. The reproductions span from Byzantine manuscripts to 19th-century masterpieces, depicting subjects like peonies, callas, and chrysanthemums.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in botanical art and illustration.
• Those who appreciate detailed scientific and aesthetic representations of flora.
• Collectors of TASCHEN art books.

Key features

• Hardcover binding
• 576 pages
• English language
• ISBN: 9783836577397
• Published by Taschen
• Year: 2021