Who painted The Roses: China or Bengal Rose?

The Roses: China or Bengal Rose was painted by Henry Joseph Redouté in 1820.

Where can I see The Roses: China or Bengal Rose?

The Roses: China or Bengal Rose is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Roses: China or Bengal Rose?

The Roses: China or Bengal Rose is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

The Roses: China or Bengal Rose

Henry Joseph Redouté , 1820

The Roses: China or Bengal Rose is a print 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.: 1943.138
Credit line: Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland, for the Donald Gray Memorial Collection

About this work

Overview

The Roses: China or Bengal Rose is a print by Redouté, a renowned botanical illustrator. It depicts a single rose species.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a pink rose with sharp thorns and curled petals, featuring a water droplet on one petal. It is one of 250 rose species commissioned by Empress Joséphine to be recorded by Redouté.

Technique & Style

The print was created using stipple engraving, a refined technique, and inked à la poupée. It was then retouched with watercolor, showcasing Redouté's skill in combining different artistic methods.

History & Provenance

Redouté worked for European royalty, including Empress Joséphine, who commissioned the rose illustrations for her collection at Malmaison. He employed a workshop of 18 printmakers to produce the plates.