The Gardens of Bunny Mellowness by Linda Jane Holden - Vendôme Press

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Exceptional Oversized Coffee Table Book - Garden Design Masterpiece
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A magnificent tribute to one of America's most influential garden … Read more Exceptional Oversized Coffee Table Book - Garden Design Masterpiece
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A magnificent tribute to one of America's most influential garden designers, this substantial Vendôme Press volume chronicles the legendary gardens created by or with Rachel "Bunny" Mellon. This impressive coffee table book showcases Mellon's unparalleled vision through both her private estate gardens and notable public commissions.
Key Features:

Generous Oversized Format: Measures approximately 11" x 13", perfect for displaying the gardens' grandeur
Over 200 Stunning Photographs: Full-color imagery capturing the essence of Mellon's design philosophy across four seasons
Comprehensive Historical Text: Extensive documentation of both public and private gardens designed with or by Bunny Mellon
Authoritative Content: Expert commentary on Mellon's revolutionary approach to landscape architecture
Premium Vendôme Production: Known for their exceptional art book quality and printing standards
Historical Significance
This volume provides rare insight into the gardens that shaped American landscape design, featuring Mellon's most iconic commissions including the White House Rose Garden, the Kennedy Grave site at Arlington National Cemetery, and her restoration work at the Potager du Roi at Versailles. The book documents her collaborations with renowned architects and her influence on both intimate residential gardens and historically significant public spaces.
The broad historical scope covers Mellon's six-decade career, revealing how her French-influenced aesthetic and plantsman's knowledge created some of the most photographed and studied gardens in America. Each garden is contextualized within the broader narrative of 20th-century American garden design.
Condition & Details
Publisher: Vendôme Press
Author: Linda Jane Holden
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Approximate Pages: 300+
Language: English

Perfect for collectors of garden design books, admirers of Bunny Mellon's aesthetic, or anyone interested in the intersection of horticulture, design, and American cultural history.
A substantial addition to any design library and an essential reference for understanding one of the most sophisticated garden designers of the modern era. See less