Scarlet French rose, Rosa gallica officinalis
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Scarlet French rose, Rosa gallica officinalis
Scarlet French rose, Rosa gallica officinalis.. Handcolored copperplate botanical drawn, engraved and colored by Henry Charles Andrews for his Roses, a monograph on the genus Rosa, London, 1805. Andrews was an English botanist, artist and engraver who published the Botanists Repository from 1797 to 1812 and separate volumes on roses, geraniums and heaths
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This stunning handcolored copperplate print showcases the exquisite beauty of the Scarlet French Rose, Rosa gallica officinalis. Drawn, engraved, and colored by the skilled English botanist, artist, and engraver, Henry Charles Andrews, this image is a testament to the meticulous detail and artistic mastery of the botanical illustrations during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Andrews, known for his work on the Botanist's Repository from 1797 to 1812, produced separate volumes on roses, geraniums, and heaths. In this monograph on the genus Rosa, published in London in 1805, Andrews captured the essence of the Scarlet French Rose, a popular and historically significant flower. The Scarlet French Rose, also known as the Apothecary's Rose, is an old cultivar that has been grown for its medicinal properties since ancient times. Its vibrant scarlet color and distinctive fragrance have made it a beloved addition to gardens and bouquets for centuries. The intricate details of the rose's petals, veins, and stamens are expertly rendered in this beautiful print. The delicate shading and precise coloring bring the flower to life, inviting the viewer to appreciate the intricacies of its form and the richness of its hue. This historical botanical illustration not only showcases the beauty of the Scarlet French Rose but also provides a glimpse into the past, when botanical art was a celebrated and essential means of documenting and preserving the natural world. The careful attention to detail and the artistic skill of Henry Charles Andrews ensure that this image remains a timeless treasure in the annals of botanical illustration.
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