Pivoine odorante, moutan peony
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Pivoine odorante, moutan peony
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33
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Choix Des Plus Belles Fleurs Eudicot Flora Moutan Paeonia Paeoniaceae Paeony Peony Pierre Joseph Redouté Redoute Saxifragales The Most Beautiful Flowers Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Paeonia Moutan
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This exquisite painting is a captivating representation of the Moutan Peony, or Pivoine odorante, a beloved member of the Paeoniaceae family and the genus Paeonia. The painting is an masterpiece by the renowned Belgian botanical artist Pierre Joseph Redoute, created between 1827 and 133 as part of his publication "Choix des plus belles fleurs" (The Most Beautiful Flowers). The Moutan Peony is a stunning flowering plant, characterized by its large, velvety, and fragrant blossoms. This particular peony variety, Paeonia moutan, is native to China and is known for its rich, vibrant red color. The flower's petals are arranged in a distinctive, flat, and slightly splayed manner, creating a beautiful and elegant display. Redoute's painting captures the essence of the Moutan Peony in stunning detail. The artist's meticulous attention to the intricacies of the flower's form, texture, and coloration is evident in every brushstroke. The background is kept simple, allowing the peony to take center stage and bask in the limelight. As a member of the Angiospermae, or flowering plants, the Moutan Peony is an Eudicot, meaning it possesses two seed leaves (cotyledons) during germination. It is also an Angiosperm, meaning it produces enclosed seeds within an ovary. The plant is further classified as a Magnoliophyta, a division of seed plants that includes flowering plants, conifers, and ferns. Redoute's painting is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of the natural world, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and appreciating the diverse array of plant life that surrounds us. The Moutan Peony, with its captivating appearance and rich history, continues to be a source of inspiration and delight for botanists, artists, and nature lovers alike.
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