Amaryllis bresiliensis Brazilian amaryllis, engraved by Victor, from Choix des Plus Belles Fleur, c.1827-33
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Pierre-Joseph Redoute's Amaryllis bresiliensis Brazilian amaryllis, engraved by Victor, from Choix des Plus Belles Fleur, c.1827-33 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
This exquisite engraving, Amaryllis bresiliensis Brazilian amaryllis, created by Victor after Pierre-Joseph Redouté’s original for Choix des Plus Belles Fleurs (1827–33), captures the delicate grandeur of botanical art’s golden age. Redouté, renowned as the "Raphael of flowers," collaborated with skilled engravers like Victor to immortalize flora with scientific precision and Romantic elegance. The composition balances lifelike detail—each petal’s veining, the stamen’s delicate curvature—with a painterly softness, typical of Redouté’s hybrid style merging Enlightenment botanical study with Neoclassical grace. The amaryllis, native to Brazil, is rendered with tropical vibrancy: its crimson-blushed petals unfurl like silk against a muted background, emphasizing both exoticism and fragility. As part of Choix, a luxury folio for aristocratic patrons, this work represents 19th-century Europe’s fascination with global horticulture and the technical zenith of hand-colored stipple engraving, bridging art and science. Today, it remains a pinnacle of botanical illustration, celebrated for its fusion of accuracy and aesthetic refinement.
For interiors, this work shines in spaces craving sophistication and organic flair. A matted and framed 11x14" print would elevate a study or formal dining room, its warm red tones pairing beautifully with mahogany furniture or terracotta accents. In minimalist settings, its vintage charm adds depth when displayed alongside other Redouté engravings in a salon-style arrangement. For offices, choose a sleek black frame to modernize it—ideal above a desk or in a conference room to evoke cultivated elegance. The muted background allows versatility with wall colors; try navy or sage green for contrast. Oversized reproductions (24x36") make stunning focal points in sunrooms or lobbies, where natural light enhances its botanical luminosity. Always position it at eye level with directed lighting to honor its intricate details.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
