Pierre-Joseph Redouté

Pierre-Joseph Redouté was a Belgian painter and botanist known for his exquisite botanical illustrations, particularly of roses. He served as the official court artist for Queen Marie Antoinette and later gained fame for his floral watercolours, which were widely reproduced as prints. Redouté's illustrations are celebrated for their botanical accuracy, delicate rendering, and vibrant colours, capturing the beauty of plant specimens with remarkable precision. His most famous works include "Les Roses," a series of detailed illustrations of roses that remains a landmark in the history of botanical art.