Peruvian Lily by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, 1827
Step into the world of botanical elegance with “Peruvian Lily,” an exquisite Victorian Botanical Illustration by the renowned Pierre-Joseph Redouté, first published in 1827. Known as one of the great masters of botanical art, Redouté dedicated significant parts of his career painting the flora at the behest of Josephine Bonaparte, capturing the diverse beauty that adorned the Château de Malmaison.
This artwork is now available for the first time as a high-quality fine art print. Expertly crafted by The Unique Maps Co., each piece is printed on archival matte paper, ensuring longevity without fading or wrinkling. Additionally, personalization options are available to make this artwork truly unique.
Pierre-Joseph Redouté, a Belgian-born talent, rose to prominence initially as a painting tutor to Marie Antoinette. His dedication to botanical illustration flourished remarkably as he captured over 1,800 species in more than 2,100 paintings, many of which were inspired by his time at the Château de Malmaison. Redouté’s meticulous attention to detail and vibrant use of colors set new standards in the portrayal of botanical subjects.
The “Peruvian Lily” stands out not just for its historical significance but also for its breathtaking depiction of the flower’s delicate structure. The nuanced play of colors and the lifelike representation reflect Redouté’s deep understanding of his floral subjects. The artwork is a celebration of both scientific accuracy and artistic grace, making it an alluring piece for any nature enthusiast.
This fine art print is an ideal gift choice for events like Christmas or birthdays, serving as a thoughtful addition to the collections of art lovers or those passionate about botany. It perfectly marries the elegance of Victorian illustrations with contemporary interior designs, creating a timeless aesthetic.
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.
