Basilius Besler. Florilegium. the Book of Plants |
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| Author:
| Littger, Klaus Walter
Dressendörfer, Werner |
| ISBN: | 978-3-8365-5787-0 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2016 |
| Publisher: | TASCHEN
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $25.00 |
Book Description:
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In 367 exquisite plates, this treasure of botanical literature records the flowers of the palatial grounds at Eichstätt, Bavaria, once some of the most beautiful gardens in history. The illustrations are organized by season and, following the classification system used today, show plants belonging to a total of 90 families and covering 340 genera.
In 367 exquisite plates, this treasure of botanical literature records the flowers of the palatial grounds at Eichstätt, Bavaria, once some of the most beautiful gardens in history. The illustrations are organized by season and, following the classification system used today, show plants belonging to a total of 90 families and covering 340 genera.