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A remarkable 18th century woman who created her own art form, Mrs Delaney also was a delightful writer of letters. Hayden examines her correspondence, which included exchanges with friends like Handel and Swift, Sir Joseph Banks, and King George III and Queen Charlotte. Beautiful color and b/w illustrations. Delaney made perfect images of flowers using tiny bits of cut paper. Heavy paper. Collectors' treasure at a special price. The British Museum Press. 2006 printing. Paper. USED. $75.00 Show more