Purple French Rose, Rosa gallica purpuro-violacea magna from Les Roses (1817-1824) by Pierre-Joseph Redouté. Giclee Print on Museum Quality Matte Paper. Premium Wood Framed Wall Art.

Pierre-Joseph Redouté's "Purple French Rose, Rosa gallica purpuro-violacea magna," from his seminal work *Les Roses* (1817-1824), is a masterpiece of botanical illustration that epitomizes the artist's meticulous attention to detail and profound appreciation for the natural world. Redouté, often hailed as the "Raphael of flowers," was a preeminent Belgian painter and botanist whose career flourished during the tumultuous Napoleonic era. Born in 1759, Redouté's life spanned a period of great political upheaval, yet his work remained a sanctuary of tranquility and beauty.

Redouté's style is characterized by its scientific precision combined with an artistic elegance that elevates his subjects beyond mere botanical studies. His philosophical approach was rooted in the Enlightenment ideals of observation and classification, yet he imbued his work with a romantic sensitivity that captured the ephemeral beauty of his floral subjects. In "Purple French Rose," Redouté employs watercolor techniques to achieve a delicate interplay of light and shadow, rendering the petals with a lifelike vibrancy that celebrates both the rose's aesthetic allure and its botanical accuracy.

This piece, and indeed the entire *Les Roses* collection, holds immense significance in the art world for its pioneering contribution to botanical illustration. It remains a testament to Redouté's ability to bridge art and science. The original illustration is part of the collection at the Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris, where it continues to inspire and educate both art lovers and botanists alike.
Artist Name: Pierre-Joseph Redouté

Artwork Name: Purple French Rose

Rosa gallica purpuro-violacea magna from Les Roses

Artwork Date: 1817-1824

Artist Nationality: Belgian

Artistic Style or Movement: Botanical Illustration

Genre: Botanical Art

Period: 19th Century

Medium: Watercolor on Vellum

Technique: Detailed and Precise Watercolor Technique

Cultural and Geographic Context: European Interest in Botany and Horticulture

Thematic or Conceptual Context: Scientific and Aesthetic Exploration of Roses

Artist's Intent and Context: To Document and Celebrate the Beauty and Diversity of Roses

Formal elements and Composition: Realistic and Detailed Depiction with Attention to Color and Form

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