Rare Jack Kramer / GARDENS UNDER GLASS The Miniature Greenhouse in Bottle Bowl 1st ed [Hardcover] Kramer, Jack [Hardcover] Jack Kramer

Description

Dust jacket has some wear and small tears along the sides and some wear in the rear. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This delightful 1974 first edition of “Gardens Under Glass” by Jack Kramer offers a captivating glimpse into the Victorian art of creating miniature worlds within glass containers. Kramer’s pioneering work revived interest in these intricate botanical dioramas, which were all the rage in 19th century England and America. With meticulous instructions and over 100 illustrations, he guides readers through the delicate process of assembling these self-contained ecosystems, from selecting the perfect antique bottle or bowl to carefully cultivating the diminutive plant life within. Beyond the technical aspects, Kramer infuses the book with historical context, tracing the origins of this charming craft and its connections to the Victorian obsession with indoor gardens and exotic plant specimens. For collectors, this copy bears the delightful patina of a cherished volume, its wear and tear a testament to its journey through time. Yet its sound binding and clean pages ensure it remains a treasured resource for modern terrarium enthusiasts and those enchanted by this whimsical intersection of horticulture and art.