Cabbage rose (Rosa centifolia) from Traité des Arbres et Arbustes que l’on cultive en France en pleine terre (1801-1819) by Pierre-Joseph Redouté. Archival Print on Museum Quality Matte Paper. Premium Wood Framed Wall Art. Original Aspect Ratio

Pierre-Joseph Redouté’s exquisite illustration, "Cabbage Rose (Rosa centifolia)," from his seminal work *Traité des Arbres et Arbustes que l’on cultive en France en pleine terre* (1801-1819), stands as a testament to the artist's unparalleled skill in botanical art. Redouté, often hailed as the "Raphael of flowers," was a Belgian-born artist who found his muse in the lush gardens of France, serving as a court artist to Marie Antoinette and later to Empress Joséphine.

Redouté's life spanned a period of significant political upheaval in France, yet his work remained focused on the serene and delicate beauty of nature. His style, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a soft, luminous palette, captures the ephemeral beauty of flora with scientific precision and artistic grace. Redouté’s philosophical approach was rooted in the Enlightenment ideals of observation and classification, aiming to blend art and science seamlessly.

In "Cabbage Rose," Redouté employs watercolor on vellum, a technique that allows for the subtle gradations of color and fine detailing that bring the rose to life. The piece exemplifies the genre of botanical illustration, with its subject matter focused on the natural world, specifically the intricate structure of the rose. This work not only serves as a scientific document but also elevates the botanical illustration to fine art.

The significance of Redouté’s work lies in its enduring influence on both botanical art and horticulture, as it provided an invaluable reference for botanists and gardeners alike. The original illustration is currently housed in the collections of the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle in Paris, where it continues to inspire and educate.
Artist Name: Pierre-Joseph Redouté

Artwork Name: Cabbage rose (Rosa centifolia)

Artwork Date: 1801-1819

Artist Nationality: Belgian

Artistic Style or Movement: Botanical Illustration

Genre: Natural History Illustration

Period: Early 19th Century

Medium: Watercolor on paper

Technique: Detailed botanical illustration

Cultural and Geographic Context: France

Thematic or Conceptual Context: Scientific study and appreciation of botany

Artist's Intent and Context: To document and illustrate plant species with scientific accuracy

Formal elements and Composition: Realistic depiction with attention to detail and color accuracy.

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