Art In Nature – Martyn Rix

Description

Art In Nature is a stunning botanical art collection that showcases exquisite hand-coloured plant illustrations from the late eighteenth to early twentieth centuries. This book features works by renowned artists such as Sydenham Edwards, Walter Fitch, and James Sowerby. These timeless plates are sourced from Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, now known as The Kew Magazine, one of the world’s oldest and most respected botanical publications.

Celebrating the artistry and scientific precision of botanical illustration, Art In Nature offers readers a visual journey through diverse plant species from across the globe. Each illustration captures the intricate beauty and delicate detail of nature’s flora, making this book an essential volume for art lovers, botanists, horticulturists, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of science and art. The book’s historical significance and aesthetic appeal make it a treasured reference for collectors and garden enthusiasts alike.

Ideal for readers who appreciate classic botanical illustration and the beauty of nature preserved through art, Art In Nature is both educational and visually captivating.