Botanical Dissection- Yellow Asphodel (Asphodelus lutea) c. 1778 - 1790

"Botanical Dissection- Yellow Asphodel (Asphodelus lutea)" is a hand-colored engraving by Pierre Joseph Redouté, a renowned botanical artist. Created between 1778 and 1790, this work features a detailed depiction of the Yellow Asphodel flower, showcasing its various stages of development from bud to seed. Redouté's meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of color bring the delicate beauty of the plant to life, capturing its subtle variations and intricate structures. This print is a testament to Redouté's skill as a botanical illustrator and his contribution to the advancement of scientific illustration during the 18th and 19th centuries.