Kew Pocketbooks: Japanese Plants by Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (English) Hardcov

Description: Kew Pocketbooks: Japanese Plants by Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew This stunning series of pocketbooks from Kew offers a snapshot into the diverse and beautiful world of plants. Japanese Plants lavishly showcases botanical art depicting choice examples from this popular group of plants, all sourced from Kews archvies. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This stunning series of pocketbooks from Kew offers a snapshot into the diverse and beautiful world of plants. Each book lavishly showcases choice examples from individual plant groups or collections, and this new title showcases Japanese plants, from chrysanthemums, to cherry blossom, camellia and maples. Published to coincide with the new Japan festival at Kew Gardens in October 2020.The Library, Art and Archives at Kew is one of the most extensive botanical libraries in the world, with the oldest item dating back to the 1370s. In this pocketbook series from Kew, each book presents 40 botanical paintings from the collection, illustrating the variety within each plant group, as well as the diversity of the collection and artistic styles.An introductory chapter by a Kew expert provides an overview of the plant group or theme, and extended captions accompany each painting.The luxury finish on these books make them a must-have gift item, printed on uncoated paper and with a cloth and foil finish. Author Biography The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is a world famous scientific organisation, internationally respected for its outstanding collections as well as its scientific expertise in plant diversity, conservation and sustainable development in the UK and around the world. Kew Gardens is a major international and a top London visitor attraction. Long Description This stunning series of pocketbooks from Kew offers a snapshot into the diverse and beautiful world of plants. Each book lavishly showcases choice examples from individual plant groups or collections, and this new title showcases Japanese plants, from chrysanthemums, to cherry blossom, camellia and maples. Published to coincide with the new Japan festival at Kew Gardens in October 2020.The Library, Art and Archives at Kew is one of the most extensive botanical libraries in the world, with the oldest item dating back to the 1370s. In this pocketbook series from Kew, each book presents 40 botanical paintings from the collection, illustrating the variety within each plant group, as well as the diversity of the collection and artistic styles. An introductory chapter by a Kew expert provides an overview of the plant group or theme, and extended captions accompany each painting. The luxury finish on these books make them a must-have gift item, printed on uncoated paper and with a cloth and foil finish. Description for Sales People * Luxury new gift book series from Kew* New book focussing on Japanese Plants * 40 botanical paintings in each book, highlighting the treasures of Kews unrivalled archive* Introductory chapter in each book by a Kew expert provides an overview of the plant group or theme* Must-have gift books with luxury finish * 4 titles published in 2020 with more to follow in 2021 onwards, making this a highly collectable series Details ISBN1842467204 Pages 96 Series Kew Pocketbooks Language English ISBN-10 1842467204 ISBN-13 9781842467206 Format Hardcover DEWEY 581.952 UK Release Date 2020-11-01 Imprint Kew Publishing Place of Publication Richmond, Surrey Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2020-11-01 Illustrations 40 color plates Author Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Publisher Royal Botanic Gardens Year 2020 Publication Date 2020-11-01 Audience General AU Release Date 2021-02-28 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131452835;

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