Anemone coronaria (fransk anemone)
1654
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows eight flowers standing alone against a plain background. Four are deep red, with some almost brown, and four are soft pink. Each flower has thin green leaves at the base and a fuzzy center. The brushstrokes are light and careful, making the petals look delicate. The artist focused on small details, like the tiny hairs on the buds or the way light hits the edges. The colors fade slightly from dark to light, almost like layers. If you like this style, look up *watercolor* to see how artists use thin, see-through paint.
