Who painted Dianthus caryophyllus (have-nellike)?

Dianthus caryophyllus (have-nellike) was painted by Unknown in 1654.

Where can I see Dianthus caryophyllus (have-nellike)?

Dianthus caryophyllus (have-nellike) is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Dianthus caryophyllus (have-nellike)

Dianthus caryophyllus (have-nellike) is an unspecified work on paper by Unknown. It dates from 1654 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Dianthus caryophyllus (have-nellike) is a painting created around 1654 by an artist known as 35199_person. It is currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a row of carnations in shades of pink and red, with green stems and unopened buds. A single plant with pointed leaves is shown growing from the soil at the bottom.

Technique & Style

The artist rendered the flowers' texture with care, achieving a soft, fuzzy appearance on the petals. Light shading is used to make the colors stand out against the pale background, suggesting a layered approach to the paint.