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Hydrangea hortensis, French hydrangea

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Hydrangea hortensis, French hydrangea

Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33

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Asterid Choix Des Plus Belles Fleurs Cornales Eudicot Flora Hydrangea Hydrangeaceae Pierre Joseph Redouté Redoute The Most Beautiful Flowers Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Hydrangea Macrophylla Magnoliophyta


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This exquisite painting is a stunning representation of Hydrangea hortensis, commonly known as the French hydrangea, captured by the renowned Belgian botanical artist Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840). The artwork is part of Redoute's masterpiece publication, Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), published between 1827 and 1833. Hydrangea hortensis is an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant that produces seeds enclosed in an ovary. It is a dicot, meaning it has two seed leaves or cotyledons, and is classified within the eudicot clade of the magnoliophyta division. The plant belongs to the family Hydrangeaceae and order Cornales. The French hydrangea is a popular ornamental plant known for its large, showy clusters of pink, blue, or white flowers. In this painting, Redoute masterfully depicts the delicate petals and intricate veining of the flowers, as well as the lush, green foliage. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and use of vibrant colors bring the beauty of this flower to life, making it a cherished addition to any botanical collection. Redoute's work was groundbreaking in its time, as he was one of the first artists to focus exclusively on botanical subjects and to use the new technique of chromolithography, which allowed for the mass production of high-quality, color prints. His illustrations continue to be celebrated for their beauty and accuracy, making them invaluable resources for botanical research and appreciation.

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