Koolroos 1817 - 1831

"Koolroos" is a botanical illustration created by Auguste Piquet de Brienne between 1817 and 1831, currently residing in the Rijksmuseum. This detailed drawing showcases a single rose with its leaves and buds, alongside a butterfly, rendered in delicate grayscale. Piquet de Brienne's meticulous attention to detail and precise rendering exemplify the scientific accuracy valued in botanical illustration during this period. The image is a testament to the beauty of nature and the artist's skillful capture of its delicate intricacies.