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Les Roses: Rosa Damascena, subalba

Les Roses:  Rosa Damascena, subalba, by Henry Joseph Redouté, 1820
Les Roses:  Rosa Damascena, subalba, by Henry Joseph Redouté, 1820

Les Roses: Rosa Damascena, subalba 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 Damascena, subalba is a print created by Henry Joseph Redouté in 1820, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a rose plant with white flowers and green leaves, showcasing various stages of bloom. The detailed illustration includes thorns on the stem and yellow centers in the flowers, emphasizing the natural beauty of the subject.

Technique & Style

Redouté's use of color creates depth and texture, with vibrant green leaves and soft white flowers featuring subtle shading. The inclusion of thorns adds realism to the image, characteristic of the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and nature.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Henry Joseph Redouté

Artist

Henry Joseph Redouté

Henry Joseph Redouté (1766–1852) was a French artist, born in Saint-Hubert.

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