Rosa Rubiginosa Flore Semi-Pleno (1817 - 1824)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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We are delighted to feature a captivating work from the renowned botanical artist Pierre Joseph Redouté, titled "Rosa Rubiginosa Flore Semi-Pleno." Created between 1817 and 1824, this exquisite painting forms part of Redouté's larger body of work that captures the delicate beauty of flowering plants.In this particular art piece, the viewer is treated to a striking depiction of the Rosa rubiginosa, or sweet briar rose. The painting showcases a sprig of this shrub, gracefully adorned with flowers in soft, subtle shades of pink. Each bloom is rendered with meticulous attention to detail, highlighting the translucent petals and central stamens—all signature elements of Redouté's artistry.The foliage—a lush array of green leaves with detailed venation and slightly serrated edges—provides a rich backdrop that complements the gentle pinks of the flowers. The stem, with its realistic thorns, showcases Redouté’s prowess in portraying the true essence of floral subjects, revealing both their beauty and their natural defenses."Rosa Rubiginosa Flore Semi-Pleno" is not just an artwork; it is a testament to the timeless elegance of nature, captured forever by the hand of an artist who dedicated his life to celebrating the unassuming beauty of the botanical world.
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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.