The Glory of the Garden. These flowers were once of

These flowers were once of immense popularity and the book is now of historical interest

There is also a full-colour guide to garden plants

A magnificent botanical work printed on fine art paper

ISBN 9780471949459

The Glory of the Garden. These flowers were once ofA Loan Exhibition in Association with the Royal Horticultural Society. This large exhibition consisted of a wide range of art and artefacts relating to the history and culture of horticulture and gardening from the sixteenth to the twentieth century. A significant proportion of the 500 wonderful exhibits are described and illustrated here. An unusual and compelling history. Sothebys, London, 1987 Hardback with dust jacket. Unpaginated. SECONDHAND.