Cypripedium Flavescens. Sabot a fleur jaune.

The Belgian, Pierre Joseph Redoute, ‘Raphael of flowers’, was patronized at the French court by Marie Antoinette, and after the revolution by Napoleon and Josephine. He was a master at the delicate art of stipple engraving. These original prints are much sought after and the designs often applied to china.

Four light marks to right of image. In very good condition. Mounted size: 53.5 x 72cm.