Antique Botanical Illustration Poppy by Pierre-Joseph Redouté
Antique Botanical Illustration Poppy by Pierre-Joseph Redouté
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This reproduction of a plate by Pierre-Joseph Redouté illustrates a poppy with petals delicately colored in pink and violet. The image presents the fully bloomed flower as well as an unclosed bud, highlighting the silky texture of the petals and the robustness of the stem. This botanical study favors descriptive clarity and tonal accuracy, characteristics of the author's naturalist style.
Coming from the work Choix des plus belles fleurs published in 1827, this engraving documents the varieties of poppies cultivated for their ornamental and scientific interest at the beginning of the 19th century. Redouté applies his know-how here, combining botanical rigor and formal elegance, allowing precise identification of the characteristics of the represented species in its historical context.
Intended for collectors of naturalist art reproductions, this plate brings a scholarly dimension to an iconographic collection. It allows the morphological details of the plant to be observed in a contemplative setting, recalling the importance of ornamental gardens in the history of European botany.
About this print
About this print
The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.
- Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
- The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
- Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
- Print only, frame not included!
Features
Features
- Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
- Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
- FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
- Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
- Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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