La botanique de J. J. Rousseau Pl 42 (1805)

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Delve into the delicate botanical artistry of Pierre Joseph Redouté with "La botanique de J. J. Rousseau, Pl 42" from the year 1805. Redouté, renowned as the "Raphael of flowers," brings his meticulous attention to the natural world in this exquisite depiction of fruit.The painting perfectly captures a pear, artfully bisected to reveal the intricate interior structures. At the top, we see a vertical cross-section showing the pear’s core and seeds encased within a succulent, juicy flesh, all rendered with a crisp, almost palpable texture. Below, there is a horizontal section of the pear, expertly illustrating the symmetrical placement of seeds in a star-like formation, which not only highlights the fruit’s natural beauty but also its fascinating anatomy.Redouté's work transcends mere representation; it is an exploration of the botanic subject through a scientific lens, combined with an unmatched artistic elegance. His fine brushwork and nuanced use of color showcase both the pear's outward charm and its inner complexity.

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Pierre-Joseph Redouté, was a painter and botanist from Belgium, known for his watercolours of roses, lilies and other flowers at Malmaison, many of which were published as large, color stipple engravings. He was nicknamed "the Raphael of flowers" and has been called the greatest botanical illustrator of all time.