Rosa Damascena, Subalba (1817-1824) by Pierre-Joseph Redouté and Henry Joseph Redouté. Archival Print on Museum Quality Matte Paper. Premium Wood Framed Wall Art. Optimised Aspect Ratio.

Pierre-Joseph Redouté's "Rosa Damascena, Subalba" is a masterful botanical illustration that captures the delicate beauty of the damask rose with exceptional precision and grace. Created between 1817 and 1824, this work exemplifies Redouté's unparalleled skill in botanical art, a field in which he is often heralded as the greatest of his time. Known as the "Raphael of flowers," Redouté was born in 1759 in Saint-Hubert, Belgium, and spent much of his career in France, where he became the favored court artist of Marie Antoinette and later, Empress Joséphine.

Redouté's meticulous style is characterized by a scientific accuracy combined with an artistic sensibility that elevates his subjects beyond mere botanical documentation. In "Rosa Damascena, Subalba," he employs watercolor on vellum to achieve a luminous quality, capturing the subtle gradations of color and the intricate details of the rose's petals and leaves. His philosophical approach was rooted in the Enlightenment's reverence for nature and the pursuit of knowledge, aiming to convey the beauty and complexity of the natural world.

This piece belongs to the genre of botanical illustration, a crucial intersection of art and science during the 18th and 19th centuries. Its significance lies in its contribution to both the scientific study of botany and the artistic appreciation of nature. The original artwork is currently held in the collection of the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle in Paris, where it continues to inspire both botanists and artists alike.
Artist Name: Pierre-Joseph Redouté and Henry Joseph Redouté

Artwork Name: Rosa Damascena

Subalba

Artwork Date: 1817-1824

Artist Nationality: Belgian

Artistic Style or Movement: Botanical Illustration

Genre: Scientific Illustration

Period: 19th Century

Medium: Watercolor on vellum

Technique: Detailed botanical illustration

Cultural and Geographic Context: European interest in botany and natural sciences during the 19th century

Thematic or Conceptual Context: Depiction of plant species for scientific and artistic purposes

Artist's Intent and Context: To accurately and beautifully capture the details of plant species for both scientific study and aesthetic appreciation

Formal elements and Composition: Precise line work

delicate shading

and realistic portrayal of the rose with attention to detail and naturalistic color.

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