Kaempferia Longa by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, 1802
Kaempferia Longa, gracefully immortalized in this exquisite botanical illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redouté in 1802, offers a glimpse into the elegance of nature as perceived through the eyes of a true master. Redouté, celebrated for his unparalleled artistry in botanical illustrations, was often referred to as “The Raphael of Flowers”. His career blossomed under the auspices of French royalty, first as a painting tutor to Marie Antoinette and later painting the floral wonders of Château de Malmaison at the behest of Josephine Bonaparte, Napoleon’s wife.
Our offering is a pristine fine art print of this historic piece, crafted with meticulous attention to detail and printed on sumptuous archival matte paper, ensuring its beauty endures for generations. The Unique Maps Co. offers optional restoration and personalization services, enhancing your print to suit your taste and environment.
Pierre-Joseph Redouté was a Belgian artist whose botanical works are renowned for their scientific accuracy combined with unparalleled artistry. His illustrations, capturing over 1,800 species, were monumental in their scope and remain highly sought after for their elegant portrayal of plant life. The delicate yet vibrant depiction of Kaempferia Longa in this artwork illustrates these virtues brilliantly, making it a cherished piece for both art collectors and botanical enthusiasts.
Kaempferia Longa, known for its luscious greenery and captivating blooms, is meticulously rendered here, showcasing Redouté’s skillful play with colors and light. The Victorian style is evident in the ornate detailing and balanced composition, offering not only visual pleasure but also a serene connection to the natural world—a perfect addition to any living space.
This beautiful print makes an ideal gift for art lovers, plant enthusiasts, and those with an appreciation for history and nature’s delicate beauty. Whether for a birthday, Christmas, or a housewarming occasion, this artwork brings a touch of timeless elegance to the walls it adorns.
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.
