A companion volume to Redoute's Fairest Flowers" this book traces the origins and history of the botanically accurate fruit painted by the 19th century illustrator, William Hooker, on commission by the Horticultural Society of London. Some of the paintings re-appeared in contemporary books of engravings and reproductions in anthologies and calendars have since made them world famous. Reproduced almost to the original size the engravings portray with botanical accuracy an assortment of fruits, plums, apples, pears, peaches, strawberries, cherries, mulberries, nectarines and many more. It also discusses the fruit's horticulture and influence on modern varieties and contributes an introduction to the life and work of William Hooker."
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A companion volume to Redoute's Fairest Flowers" this book traces the origins and history of the botanically accurate fruit painted by the 19th century illustrator, William Hooker, on commission by the Horticultural Society of London. Some of the paintings re-appeared in contemporary books of engravings and reproductions in anthologies and calendars have since made them world famous. Reproduced almost to the original size the engravings portray with botanical accuracy an assortment of fruits, plums, apples, pears, peaches, strawberries, cherries, mulberries, nectarines and many more. It also discusses the fruit's horticulture and influence on modern varieties and contributes an introduction to the life and work of William Hooker."
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Versandziele, Kosten & DauerAnbieter: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers GOR001857039
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Anbieter: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 3887343
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Anbieter: Acanthophyllum Books, Holywell, FLINT, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hard covers, dust jacket. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. 1st edition. Introduction by W.T. Stearn; captions by F.A. Roach. Ex-library copy with traces of labels. Jacket in plastic cover. Weight: 1 Language: English. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 31017
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Anbieter: Summerfield Books BA, Penrith, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hard Back. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. Reprint. Crisp, clean and bright inside and out inside a clean and bright DJ which has the slightest bit of bumping around the edges. A companion volume to Redoute's Fairest Flowers" this book traces the origins and history of the botanically accurate fruit painted by the 19th century illustrator, William Hooker, on commission by the Horticultural Society of London. Some of the paintings re-appeared in contemporary books of engravings and reproductions in anthologies and calendars have since made them world famous. Reproduced almost to the original size the engravings portray with botanical accuracy an assortment of fruits, plums, apples, pears, peaches, strawberries, cherries, mulberries, nectarines and many more. It also discusses the fruit's horticulture and influence on modern varieties and contributes an introduction to the life and work of William Hooker.". Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 1021079032524
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Anbieter: Trumpington Fine Books Limited, Gilmilnscroft, Ayrshire, Scotland, Vereinigtes Königreich
Green Boards. Zustand: Very Good Plus. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good Plus. Reprint. Type: Z 222pp. A lovely copy. Gilt embossed lettering to the spine. Full page colour reproductions of fruit illustrations by William Hooker with an introduction by William T. Stearn and descriptions by Frederick A. Roach. Light bump to the head of the spine with light rubbing to the head and tail of the spine, and a bump to the tail of the rear board, all concealed under the wrapper. Fresh and clean. Dust wrapper not price clipped. There is a tear of 3 cm to the tail of the rear panel of the wrapper adjacent to the spine, now expertly repaired wth a little lifting to the tail of the rear panel. Clean and tight. A very good copy. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 220104
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Anbieter: Acanthophyllum Books, Holywell, FLINT, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hard covers, dust jacket. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. 1st edition. Introduction by W.T. Stearn; captions by F.A. Roach. Weight: 1 Language: English. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 26924
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Anbieter: Trinders' Fine Tools, Clare, Sudbury, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. Reprint. 222 pages, 96 full page colour plates. Bibliography. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 004338
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Anbieter: Amazing Book Company, Liphook, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. 1st Edition. This copy is in fine condition bound in green cloth covered boards with bright gilt titling to the spine. This copy is bright, tight, white and square. There is an obscured inscription to the f.e.p. The unclipped dust wrapper is in as new condition. International postal rates are calculated on a book weighing 1 Kilo, in cases where the book weighs more than 1 Kilo increased postal rates will be quoted, where the book weighs less then postage will be reduced accordingly. A companion volume to Redoute's Fairest Flowers" this book traces the origins and history of the botanically accurate fruit painted by the 19th century illustrator, William Hooker, on commission by the Horticultural Society of London. Some of the paintings re-appeared in contemporary books of engravings and reproductions in anthologies and calendars have since made them world famous. Reproduced almost to the original size the engravings portray with botanical accuracy an assortment of fruits, plums, apples, pears, peaches, strawberries, cherries, mulberries, nectarines and many more. It also discusses the fruit's horticulture and influence on modern varieties and contributes an introduction to the life and work of William Hooker." Ref SSS 2. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 030844
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Anbieter: Hawkridge Books, Bakewell, Vereinigtes Königreich
A NEW BOOK WITH DUSTWRAP. A SELECTION OF FRUITS BY WILLIAM HOOKER. (1779-1832) INTRODUCTION BY WILLIAM T. STEARN. DESCRIPTIONS BY FREDERICK A. ROACH. PUBLISHED AT £30.00. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 8761
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Anbieter: St Paul's Bookshop P.B.F.A., Peterborough, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. 1997 reprint. Near-fine hardback copy in Near-fine jacket. Large, quarto sized book. HEAVY BOOK! OVERSEAS SHIPPING MAY ENTAIL ABOVE-AVERAGE SHIPPNG RATES. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 044338
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