Cow's Tongue by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, 1802
Cow's Tongue by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, 1802
Cow's Tongue, originally titled Aloe Linguiformis, is a striking Victorian botanical illustration by the renowned artist Pierre-Joseph Redouté, first published in 1802. Redouté, often called the "Raphael of flowers," is celebrated for his precise and exquisite depictions of flora. His work became famous while he served as a painting tutor to Marie Antoinette and his artistry found continuing success at the behest of Josephine Bonaparte, whom he assisted by capturing the floral beauty of Château de Malmaison.
This artwork is available as a high-quality fine art print, meticulously recreated to bring the vivid original to your wall. The Unique Maps Co. offers personalization options and ensures that each print is handcrafted and produced on durable archival matte paper, preserving its vibrant talent for decades.
Pierre-Joseph Redouté has garnered a legendary status among botanical illustrators. His contributions during the late 18th and early 19th centuries stand testament to his technical prowess and aesthetic sensibilities. Redouté's body of work not only exemplifies botanical accuracy but also artistic brilliance, having cataloged over 1,800 different species through more than 2,100 prints. This specific illustration originally appeared in the celebrated publication "Les Liliacées," speaking to the allure and precision mirrored in Redouté’s craft.
The Cow's Tongue illustration stands out with its vibrant green hues and meticulous details that reflect Redouté's mastery in botanical artistry. The blend of colors and the intricate portrayal of leaf structure capture both natural authenticity and an artistic vision. Owning this print not only adds elegance to any space but also serves as a homage to botanical history and art.
This exquisite illustration makes a thoughtful and sophisticated gift choice for occasions such as Christmas, Father’s Day, or a housewarming event. Its appeal is timeless, perfect for art connoisseurs, horticulturists, or anyone with an appreciation for the intricate beauty of nature.
If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
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You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.
The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.
I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.