Forget Me Not by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, 1802

Discover the exquisite beauty of "Forget Me Not" (Myosotis spp.), a captivating Victorian botanical illustration by the renowned artist Pierre-Joseph Redouté, first published in 1802. Redouté, hailed as one of the greatest botanical illustrators, dedicated much of his illustrious career to painting the flora of Château de Malmaison at the behest of Joséphine Bonaparte, General Napoléon's wife. This masterpiece is part of his monumental series "Les Liliacées."

Now, for the first time in centuries, "Forget Me Not" is available as a high-quality fine art print. This exquisite piece is handcrafted with care at The Unique Maps Co. workshop and printed on gorgeously thick archival matte paper, ensuring it won't fade or wrinkle for decades. Additionally, you have the option to personalize the print, making it a uniquely special addition to your decor or collection.

Pierre-Joseph Redouté, a Belgian-born artist, gained initial acclaim as a painting tutor to Marie Antoinette. His exceptional skill and eye for detail earned him the privilege of capturing the botanical wonders of Château de Malmaison from 1798, resulting in a prolific body of work that includes over 2,100 botanical paintings of more than 1,800 distinct species. "Forget Me Not" stands as a testament to his talent and passion for the natural world, capturing the delicate charm and vibrant colors of its subject.

This artwork is notable not only for its artistic merit but also for its historical significance. Redouté's paintings are celebrated for their precision and scientific accuracy, making them highly sought after by botanists and art collectors alike. The use of gentle blues and soft greens in "Forget Me Not" perfectly encapsulates the ephemeral beauty and subtle elegance of its namesake flower.

"Forget Me Not" would make a wonderful gift for any occasion, be it a birthday, Mother's Day, anniversary, or housewarming. It is a perfect choice for those with an impeccable taste in art, lovers of botanical beauty, or anyone who cherishes the timeless allure 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.

You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.

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 24x36in (60x90cm) 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.