Who painted Erysimum cheiri (gyldenlak)?

Erysimum cheiri (gyldenlak) was painted by Unknown in 1654.

Where can I see Erysimum cheiri (gyldenlak)?

Erysimum cheiri (gyldenlak) is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Erysimum cheiri (gyldenlak)

Erysimum cheiri (gyldenlak) is an unspecified work on paper by Unknown. It dates from 1654 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Erysimum cheiri, commonly known as gyldenlak, is an image created around 1654 by the artist identified as 35199_person.

About this work

Overview

Erysimum cheiri, commonly known as gyldenlak, is an image created around 1654 by the artist identified as 35199_person. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography and depicts three upright flower stems rendered with meticulous detail.

Subject & Meaning

The composition presents three individual stems of wallflower placed side by side. The left stem bears clusters of small yellow blossoms, the central stem displays vivid orange flowers with darker centers, and the right stem carries larger, pale‑yellow blooms. Each plant is accompanied by slender, elongated leaves, emphasizing the botanical variety within a single species.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a precise, realistic approach, rendering each petal and leaf with fine brushwork that conveys texture and form. The use of a plain background isolates the flowers, allowing the saturated hues to stand out sharply and enhance the sense of three‑dimensionality.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1654, the image entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its attribution to 35199_person remains based on museum records, and the work continues to be displayed as an example of mid‑seventeenth‑century botanical illustration.