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Bromus hordeaceus (blød hejre); Phalaris arundinacea (stribegræs), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654

Bromus hordeaceus (blød hejre); Phalaris arundinacea (stribegræs)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Bromus hordeaceus (blød hejre); Phalaris arundinacea (stribegræs) is a 1654 unspecified by Unknown, depicting grass, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1654
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This watercolor painting shows two types of grass. The grass is painted in shades of green, with some parts a lighter green and others a darker green. There are also some brown roots visible at the base of the grass. The painting is very detailed, with each blade of grass carefully rendered. The artist has used a range of techniques to create texture and depth in the painting. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about watercolor techniques, you might want to look into the work of artists who specialize in this medium.

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