Description: (Belgian Painter Known for His Watercolours of Roses, Lilies and Other Flowers at the 'Château de Malmaison')
Pierre-Joseph Redouté, a renowned painter and botanist, gained international recognition for his exquisite watercolor illustrations of plants, especially roses and lilies. He served as an official court artist and continued his work during turbulent times in France. Redouté's detailed live plant renderings, in collaboration with top botanists, resulted in over 2,100 published plates featuring around 1,800 species worldwide. His legacy as one of the greatest botanical illustrators is established by his significant contributions to the field.