Artwork
Les Roses: Rosa cinnamomea
Les Roses: Rosa cinnamomea is a print by the Romanticist artist Henry Joseph Redouté. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Les Roses: Rosa cinnamomea, a print by Henry Joseph Redouté from 1820, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. The work depicts a single rose stem with varying stages of bloom and buds, set against a plain white background.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a detailed representation of Rosa cinnamomea, also known as Roser de Mai. The inclusion of both Latin and French names at the base of the print reflects the botanical identification conventions of the time.
Technique & Style
Redouté's use of a plain white background emphasizes the rose's intricate details, from the pale pink hues of the largest bloom with its darker center, to the thin green leaves along the red-brown stem.
History & Provenance
Created in 1820 by Henry Joseph Redouté, the print is now held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Henry Joseph Redouté (1766–1852) was a French artist, born in Saint-Hubert.
