Purple French Rose, Rosa gallica purpuro-violacea magna from Les Roses (1817–1824) by Pierre-Joseph Redouté

Purple French Rose (Rosa gallica purpuro-violacea magna) — Pierre-Joseph Redouté, Les Roses (1817–1824)

Velvet petals with a plum glow, serrated leaves in precise green, and a stem drawn with jeweller’s care. This fine-art reproduction—after Redouté’s landmark botanical plate from Les Roses—pairs scientific exactitude with quiet romance: immaculate line, subtle washes, and a poised composition that feels both timeless and fresh.

Why it captivates

• Botanical precision — faithful morphology and venation rendered with clarity.

• Poised elegance — a clean, neutral ground lets colour and contour sing.

• Classic maison décor — refined florals that suit kitchens, bedrooms, and living spaces.

• From desk to salon — reads crisply up close; graceful at room distance.

• Heritage appeal — a signature plate from the “Raphael of flowers.”

What you’ll see

A single stem of Rosa gallica purpuro-violacea magna: full bloom and buds, finely serrated compound leaves, and slender prickles along the cane. Colour is built in delicate layers so the purple-rose corolla holds depth without heaviness; the composition remains airy and exact.

A richer historical frame

Between 1817–1824, Redouté issued Les Roses, a pinnacle of 19th-century botanical art blending scientific purpose with luminous beauty. These plates—engraved and delicately coloured—fixed rose varieties for gardeners and connoisseurs while defining the elegant minimalism of classic botanical prints.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)

• Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass.

• Preserves fine linework and gentle tonal shifts with minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)

• Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, sealed edge-to-edge for durability.

• Wipe-clean surface—great for kitchens, studios, and high-traffic spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)

• Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.

• Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)

• Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for long-lived colour and tone.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)

• As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.

• Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

600 × 841 mm (approx. 23.62 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.713 : 1

• Framing options:

  • A0 frame (841 × 1189 mm) with a generous mat to fit the print.

  • Custom frame at 600 × 841 mm for a snug, borderless look.

• Mat window suggestion: ~596 × 837 mm to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

• Contemporary look: Float-mount in an A0 frame for a clean gallery reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternate borders or scaled dimensions).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Gardeners & botanists who love accuracy wrapped in elegance

• Interior stylists seeking refined florals with heritage charm

• Collectors & educators of botanical art and print culture

• Gift-givers marking housewarmings, weddings, or anniversaries

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia with careful colour management on premium substrates, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and fidelity of your piece.

Let Redouté’s classic rose bloom on your wall—order your fine-art print today.