Birdbill Dayflower

By Pierre-Joseph Redouté

Although Pierre-Joseph Redouté is famed for the magnificent roses that were cultivated in French court gardens, his stipple engraving of the Birdbill Dayflower shows the true artistic brilliance that he was capable of creating. The beautiful illustration shows the vibrant blue of the Commelina dianthifolia plant, which is well known for its one-day flowering period. Redouté’s typical attention to detail ensures the thin, beak-like spathes and grass-like leaves are depicted accurately.

Ideal for those interested in classic botanical art with a sophisticated color palette.