Rosa Indica Fragrans Flore Simplici (1817 - 1824)
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Discover the delicacy and precision of Pierre Joseph Redouté's botanical artwork with this exquisite rendering titled "Rosa Indica Fragrans Flore Simplici," created between the years 1817 and 1824. This painting beautifully captures the elegant simplicity of a rose species using Redouté's famous watercolor technique.The artwork features a rose bush in bloom, with three large, open pale pink flowers highlighted elegantly against a pristine background. These roses, characterized by their lovely pink color, nuanced shading, and delicate petals, offer a glimpse into the plant’s natural beauty. The yellow centers of the blossoms, also known as the stamens, draw the eye with their bright color, adding depth and dimension to the composition.Accompanying the blossoms are several green leaves, richly detailed with veins and naturalistic texture, enhancing the lifelike quality of the painting. A couple of rosebuds, not yet opened, promise future blooms, suggesting the ongoing life cycle of the plant.This painting not only exemplifies Redouté's mastery in botanical illustrations but also serves as a testament to his deep understanding and appreciation of floral subjects.
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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.