Pierre-Joseph Redouté: Rosa Centifolia Print from Les Roses Giclée

Acquire a piece of botanical history and timeless beauty with this exquisite Giclée reproduction of Pierre-Joseph Redouté's Rosa Centifolia. As a centerpiece from the legendary Les Roses series (c. 1820), this print captures the lush volume and delicate color of the most iconic garden rose with the unrivaled precision of "The Raphael of Flowers."

Pierre-Joseph Redouté (1759–1840) was the official artist to Empress Joséphine Bonaparte, whose famed garden at Malmaison provided the subjects for Les Roses. This monumental work, containing 170 plates, is a testament to the era's passion for botany and the unparalleled artistry of Redouté.

• The Centifolia's Charm: The Rosa Centifolia (Latin for "hundred-petaled rose") is the classic, old-fashioned garden rose, known for its dense, heavy bloom and intense fragrance. Redouté's illustration focuses on the full, voluminous structure of the flower, typically showing the bloom at various stages, from bud to fully opened flower, along with its characteristic thorny stem and foliage.

• Mastery of Stipple Engraving: The original plates utilized the refined stipple engraving technique, meticulously colored by hand. This process allowed Redouté to achieve an incredible realism, capturing the soft, velvety texture of the petals, the subtle transition of pink hues, and the dew-kissed luminosity of the bloom.

• Neoclassical Elegance: The composition is marked by classical balance and clarity, adhering to the standards of scientific illustration while retaining the utmost artistic beauty. The clean background ensures all focus is on the breathtaking beauty and botanical detail of the rose.

This print is an essential acquisition for collectors of Classical Botanical Art, French Decorative Art, and Rose Enthusiasts worldwide.

• Artist: Pierre-Joseph Redouté (French, 1759–1840), "The Raphael of Flowers."

• Artwork: Rosa Centifolia (Cabbage Rose), Plate from Les Roses.

• Date: Original published c. 1820 (Restoration/Late Napoleonic Era).

• Style: Classical Botanical Illustration; noted for scientific accuracy, elegant composition, and meticulous stipple engraving.

• Subject: A detailed, luminous study of the Rosa Centifolia (Cabbage Rose).

• Print Quality: Museum-quality Archival Giclée Reproduction faithfully capturing the original's delicate line work, subtle shading, and the rich, luminous quality of the watercolor effects.

• Aesthetic: The ultimate rose decor and classic historical French elegance.

Own the definitive image of the classic garden rose and a masterpiece of 19th-century art. This stunning Redouté Rosa Centifolia print offers unmatched grace and botanical sophistication. Order this Archival Giclée reproduction today.

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