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Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha)

Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha), by Henry Joseph Redouté, 1820
Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha), by Henry Joseph Redouté, 1820

Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha) is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Henry Joseph Redouté. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.
1959.20
Credit line
Gift in the name of Warren H. Corning from his wife and children

About this work

Overview

Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha) is a drawing created by Henry Joseph Redouté in 1820, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a pink rose with green leaves and buds on a long stem, set against a light beige background. The rose is the central focus, rendered in intricate detail with varied shades of pink and green.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a detailed and realistic approach, capturing the rose's petals and leaves with nuanced color gradations. The work is associated with the Romanticism movement, which emphasized the beauty of nature.

Les Roses:  Rosa Gallica
Les Roses: Rosa Gallica, Pierre Joseph Redouté

Artist & collection

Portrait of Henry Joseph Redouté

Artist

Henry Joseph Redouté

Henry Joseph Redouté (1766–1852) was a French artist, born in Saint-Hubert.

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Who painted Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha)?

Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha) was painted by Henry Joseph Redouté in 1820.

Where can I see Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha)?

Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha)?

Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha) is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha)?

Museum-quality prints of Agatha Rose (Rosa Gallica Agatha) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.