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Botanical Sketchbooks: (Over 500 Years Of Beautiful Botanical Sketches By 80 Artists From Around The World, From Leonardo Da Vin
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Recording The World Of Plant And Animal Life And Documenting The Strange Beauty Of The Natural World Have Been Human Passions Ever Since The First Cave Paintings. While There Are Many Histories Of Botanical Art Featuring Beautiful Paintings And Finished Drawings, The Artists' Preparatory Sketches, First Impressions, And Scribbled Notes On Paper Are Rarely Seen. But It Is Often These Early Attempts That Give Us Real Insight Into The Firsthand Experiences And Adventures Of The Botanists, Artists, Collectors, And Explorers Behind Them.This Exquisite Visual Compendium Of Botanical Sketches By Eighty Artists From Around The World Brings These Personal And Vividly Spontaneous Records Back Into The Light. Filled With Remarkable Images From The Fifteenth To The Twentieth Centuries, Sourced From The Unparalleled Collections Of The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Library, Art & Archives, And Other Libraries, Museums, And Archives, Botanical Sketchbooks Also Provides Fascinating Biographical Portraits Of The Intriguing Characters Featured Within, Including Such Renowned Artists, Scientists, And Amateur Botanists As Leonardo Da Vinci, Georg Dionysius Ehret, Carl Linnaeus, Maria Sibylla Merian, Mark Catesby, And Helen And Margaret Shelley (Sisters Of The Novelist Mary Shelley), Among Many Others.
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- Q: What is the main theme of Botanical Sketchbooks? A: Botanical Sketchbooks focuses on the art of botanical sketches, showcasing over 500 years of work by 80 artists from around the world, including notable figures like Leonardo da Vinci.
- Q: What types of art are featured in this book? A: The book features botanical art, historical sketches, and illustrated works that highlight the beauty of plant and animal life.
- Q: Who is the author of Botanical Sketchbooks? A: The author of Botanical Sketchbooks is Helen Bynum.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: Botanical Sketchbooks was published on May 9, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: Botanical Sketchbooks is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors of botanical art? A: Yes, this book is an excellent resource for collectors and enthusiasts of botanical art, featuring rare sketches and biographical insights.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in 'Very Good' condition, ensuring that it is well-preserved and suitable for reading or display.
- Q: What notable artists are featured in this book? A: The book includes works by renowned artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Carl Linnaeus, and Maria Sibylla Merian.
- Q: Can I find biographical information about the artists in this book? A: Yes, Botanical Sketchbooks provides fascinating biographical portraits of the artists and botanists featured within its pages.