Rosa Damascena, Subalba by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, 1817

Rosa Damascena, Subalba, created by Pierre-Joseph Redouté in 1817, is a stunning Victorian botanical illustration that captures the ephemeral beauty of the Damask Rose. Born in Belgium, Redouté is lauded as one of the finest botanical illustrators in history. His illustrious career includes being the painting tutor to Marie Antoinette and producing an extensive collection of floral paintings under the patronage of Josephine Bonaparte at Château de Malmaison. His dedication and exquisite attention to detail are evident in this artwork, originally part of his renowned publication, "Les Roses."

This offering allows you to own a premium-quality fine art print of Rosa Damascena, Subalba. The Unique Maps Co. ensures every print is meticulously handcrafted and available with custom restoration and personalization options, making this piece an exclusive addition to your collection.

Redouté's notability stems not only from his prodigious output—publishing over 2,100 botanical illustrations—but also for his revolutionary techniques which capture the intricate details and colors of each species. "Rosa Damascena, Subalba" exemplifies his ability to depict botanical forms with both scientific accuracy and artistic elegance, displaying the delicate layers of the rose petals with soft, natural hues that bring the flower to life.

The use of color and composition in this piece is particularly captivating. The subtle gradations of pink and ivory contrast beautifully against the verdant leaves, evoking a sense of tranquility and admiration for nature's wonders. This print is more than decorative; it is a testament to Redouté's legacy and an ode to biodiversity.

Perfect for anyone with an appreciation for botanical art history and nature's splendor, this print serves as a thoughtful gift. Consider gifting it during the festive holiday season, for a birthday, or even as a special gesture for Mother's Day, enhancing any space with its timeless elegance and connection to botanical heritage.

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 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.