Botanical Inspirations Oracle

44 Cards with Classical Botanical Art by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, Deluxe Gift Set Includes 100-Page Guidebook, Inspirational Messages

In Victorian England, and in other cultures, flowers were used to convey specific meanings and messages, especially in the coy rituals of courtship. Botanical Inspirations Deck & Book Set brings together the Secret Language of Flowers with the treasured artwork of Pierre-Joseph Redouté. Each Botanical Inspirations card features a thoughtful quotation that alludes to the symbolism of the flower. The accompanying guidebook presents inspirational affirmations and narrative vignettes culled from history, mythology, lore and legend. From the demure violet to the noble magnolia, all flowers have stories to tell and lessons to share. 

Key Features:

• Charming Gift Set: Includes 44-card floral-themed oracle deck; 100-page illustrated guidebook; handy fold-out guide to the Secret Language of Flowers; and drawstring organza pouch
• 44 Vintage-Style Cards: Showcase Pierre-Joseph Redouté's trademark botanical artwork, inspirational flower quotations, and symbolic romantic meanings
• Elegant 100-Page Illustrated Guidebook: Delightful stories from mythology, thoughtful flower quotations, inspirational messages for personal growth, relationship insights, floral-themed custom card spreads
• Secret Language of Flowers: Deck honors Victorian tradition of using select flowers to convey romantic feelings and intentions
• High Quality Product: Borderless cards printed on durable, high-quality card stock, packaged in elegant yet sturdy hinged gift box 

Explore the language of love and share the gift of inspiration with this charmingly nostalgic botanical deck.

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About the Creators: Author Lynn Araujo has been a writer and editor at U.S. Games Systems since 2004. She is the creator and author of award-winning decks including Pastoral Tarot,Botanical Dreams Oracle, and Angel Connections Message Cards. She also researched and co-authored The Artwork and Times of Pamela Colman Smith with Stuart Kaplan. Artist Pierre-Joseph Redouté was hired by Marie Antoinette to decorate the walls of her chateau and by Empress Joséphine to paint the flowers in her magnificent garden at the Château de Malmaison. By the late1790s, Redouté had become the most famous and sought after flower painter in all of Europe. His timeless art is still popular today.