Artwork
The Roses: China or Bengal Rose
The Roses: China or Bengal Rose 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
The Roses: China or Bengal Rose is a print by Redouté, a renowned botanical illustrator. It depicts a single rose species.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a pink rose with sharp thorns and curled petals, featuring a water droplet on one petal. It is one of 250 rose species commissioned by Empress Joséphine to be recorded by Redouté.
Technique & Style
The print was created using stipple engraving, a refined technique, and inked à la poupée. It was then retouched with watercolor, showcasing Redouté's skill in combining different artistic methods.
History & Provenance
Redouté worked for European royalty, including Empress Joséphine, who commissioned the rose illustrations for her collection at Malmaison. He employed a workshop of 18 printmakers to produce the plates.
Artist & collection
Artist
Henry Joseph Redouté (1766–1852) was a French artist, born in Saint-Hubert.
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