{"product_id":"botanical-inspirations-deck-book-set","title":"Botanical Inspirations Deck \u0026 Book set","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e44 Cards with Classical Botanical Art by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, Deluxe Gift Set Includes 100-Page Guidebook, Inspirational Messages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 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 \u0026amp; 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharming Gift Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 Vintage-Style Cards: \u003c\/strong\u003eShowcase Pierre-Joseph Redouté's trademark botanical artwork, inspirational flower quotations, and symbolic romantic meanings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElegant 100-Page Illustrated Guidebook: \u003c\/strong\u003eDelightful stories from mythology, thoughtful flower quotations, inspirational messages for personal growth, relationship insights, floral-themed custom card spreads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecret Language of Flowers: \u003c\/strong\u003eDeck honors Victorian tradition of using select flowers to convey romantic feelings and intentions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Quality Product:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borderless cards printed on durable, high-quality card stock, packaged in elegant yet sturdy hinged gift box \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore the language of love and share the gift of inspiration with this charmingly nostalgic botanical deck.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Oracle of 2017 — ATA’s Finest Reflections Reader’s Choice Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Creators\u003c\/strong\u003e: Author\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLynn Araujo\u003c\/strong\u003e has been a writer and editor at U.S. Games Systems since 2004. She is the creator and author of award-winning decks including\u003cem\u003e Pastoral Tarot\u003c\/em\u003e,\u003cem\u003eBotanical Dreams Oracle\u003c\/em\u003e, and\u003cem\u003e Angel Connections Message Cards\u003c\/em\u003e. She also researched and co-authored\u003cem\u003e The Artwork and Times of Pamela Colman Smith\u003c\/em\u003e with Stuart Kaplan. Artist \u003cstrong\u003ePierre-Joseph Redouté\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 late 1790s, Redouté had become the most famous and sought after flower painter in all of Europe. His timeless art is still popular today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"U.S. GAMES SYSTEMS, INC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48678593790107,"sku":null,"price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/2496\/6811\/files\/IMG-0785.jpg?v=1780522099","url":"https:\/\/thecosmicexchange.com\/products\/botanical-inspirations-deck-book-set","provider":"The Cosmic Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}