The Rose Book

A gorgeous visual survey of the rose, exploring our enduring connection to one of nature's most universally beloved flowers. "A rose is a rose is a rose." A collection of more than 200 stunning images, The Rose Book celebrates the world's most iconic flower from petal to thorn, fashion to fragrance. Thoughtfully paired to reveal intriguing juxtapositions, these diverse works showcase the exciting ways the rose has inspired across time and cultures within and beyond the garden. From a couture Dior gown and a rose-adorned Barbie to ancient mosaics and Victorian valentines, this volume praises the undeniable beauty and romance of the rose. Essays by experts Amy de la Haye, Victoria Gaiger, and Kristine Paulus explore the horticultural presence in fashion, and the storied use of its scent in perfume. Throughout a wide range of surprising and renowned artists and creators are featured, including Georgia O'Keeffe, Tiffany & Co., Alexander McQueen, Vincent van Gogh, Pierre-Joseph Redouté, and more. The Rose Book brings this captivating flower vividly to life with something to delight rose overs on every page.--Publisher description.