Rosa Orbessanea (1817 - 1824)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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We are delighted to showcase a stunning work by the esteemed botanical artist Pierre Joseph Redouté, titled "Rosa Orbessanea". This artwork, created between 1817 and 1824, forms part of Redouté's extensive collections that have captured the delicate beauty of flowers with astonishing precision and grace.In "Rosa Orbessanea", Redouté presents us with a lush depiction of a rose plant brimming with life. The central focus is a large, blooming pink rose, exquisitely detailed, showing delicate petals that softly transition from a pale pink at the edges to a deeper shade near the base. The heart of the flower reveals golden stamens, adding a vibrant contrast to the soft pink petals.The rose is accompanied by several buds in various stages of bloom, illustrating the continual cycle of growth and renewal that characterizes the natural world. The painting also details the sharp thorns and robust leaves, capturing the true essence and complexity of the rose plant.This elegant piece not only demonstrates Redouté's mastery in rendering the texture and subtlety of flora but also evokes a deeper appreciation for the beauty and intricacy of nature.
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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.