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Cyclamen purpurascens (ægte alpeviol); Cyclamen hederifolium (vedbendbladet alpeviol)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Cyclamen purpurascens (ægte alpeviol); Cyclamen hederifolium (vedbendbladet alpeviol) 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 five clusters of small purple flowers with five petals, each growing from dark green leaves. The flowers are arranged in neat groups across a light background, looking delicate and precise. The leaves have visible veins and a slightly glossy finish. The artist focused on tiny details like the flower stems and leaf shapes, making them look almost real. The colors are soft but clear, with the purple flowers standing out against the green leaves. If you like this style, check out the technique: watercolor, glazing.