Rosa Rubiginosa Anemone-Flora (1817 - 1824)

We are delighted to present the stunning botanical artwork "Rosa Rubiginosa Anemone-Flora" by Pierre Joseph Redouté, a celebrated painter known for his masterful depictions of plants and flowers. Created between 1817 and 1824, this painting is part of Redouté's larger body of work that highlights the delicate beauty of flora with an extraordinary level of detail and lifelike accuracy.In this particular piece, a lush, pink Rosa Rubiginosa, commonly known as the sweet briar rose, is captured in its natural elegance. The painting features a central full bloom, its petals arranged in soft layers exuding a gentle pink hue, surrounded by multiple buds in various stages of development. The fine detailing of the velvety petals and golden stamens at the flower's heart are accentuated against the soft, muted background, drawing the viewer's attention directly to the bloom.The stem, adorned with thorns, bears rich green leaves with a slightly serrated edge, conveying the realistic texture and robust nature of the plant. The inclusion of both flowering and pre-blossom stages of the buds suggests the continuous cycle of life and natural progression, typical of the rose species.Redouté's mastery shines through his use of light and shadow, not only enhancing the three-dimensionality of the plant but also emphasizing the delicate interplay between strength and fragility in nature. This painting not only serves as a botanical study but also as a piece of art that appreciates the timeless beauty of the natural world.