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Hesperis matronalis (almindelig aftenstjerne)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Hesperis matronalis (almindelig aftenstjerne) 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 three tall plants with clusters of small flowers at the top. The flowers on the left and center are white, while the one on the right is pale pink. Each plant has long, thin leaves and a single stem, with one plant’s roots visible at the bottom. The artist focused on the details of the flowers and leaves, making them look very precise. The colors are soft and natural, with no bright or dark spots. Next, look up watercolor to see how this technique works.