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Consolida regalis (korn-ridderspore)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Consolida regalis (korn-ridderspore) is a 1654 unspecified by Unknown, 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 painting shows tall, delicate flowers with star-shaped petals in soft pinks, purples, and whites. Each stem has feathery leaves and small buds along the sides. The background is plain, letting the colors stand out clearly. The roots are drawn carefully, showing how the plants grow underground. The artist focused on every detail, even the tiny hairs on the stems. Next, look up watercolor to see how artists use layers of paint to create depth.