Redouté Flowers Coloring Book

Hailed by botanists for their scientific accuracy and by lovers of fine art for their peerless beauty, the botanical illustrations of Pierre-Joseph Redouté appear in reproduction in millions of home all over the world. This exquisitely rendered collection features finely detailed adaptations of floral illustrations created by the great botanical artist of Empress Josephine, who maintained extensive gardens at her grand estate at Malmaison.

Included are 30 detailed, accurate illustrations of roses (Redouté's specialty), daffodils, peonies, sweet peas, pansies, and many other flowers. Colorist can use their own conceptions of color and hue, or the cover illustrations can be used as a guide for faithful re-creations of the master's work. Book specifications: paperback, 32 pgs., 8 1/4 in. x 11 in.
Publisher: Dover, 1998.