La botanique de J. J. Rousseau Pl 27 (1805)
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This enchanting botanical illustration, titled *"La botanique de J. J. Rousseau, Pl 27"* is a fine example of the celebrated work by Pierre Joseph Redouté, often hailed as the "Raphael of flowers." Created in 1805, this painting captures the delicate and intricate beauty of a foxglove plant (Digitalis purpurea), showcasing an impressive attention to detail that Redouté was renowned for.In the artwork, the tall and stately foxglove stands in elegant solitude. The plant features a series of bell-shaped flowers, beautifully rendered in shades of purple and mauve, with intricate spotting inside each bloom that adds to their realistic appearance. The green, furry leaves enhance the naturalistic look, providing a lush backdrop to the tapering flowers.This piece not only serves as a visual delight but also as an educational tool, highlighting the characteristics of the foxglove, which is both beautiful and historically recognized for its medicinal properties.
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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.