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Iberis umbellata (skærm-sløjfeblomst); Iberis amara (bitter sløjfeblomst)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Iberis umbellata (skærm-sløjfeblomst); Iberis amara (bitter sløjfeblomst) 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 different plants with clusters of tiny flowers. Some flowers are pale pink, others white, and a few are deep red. Each plant has long, thin leaves and a simple stem. The roots are drawn in one corner, showing how they grow underground. The artist paid close attention to the shape of each flower and leaf. The colors are soft and natural, with no bright or dark spots. Next, look up watercolor to see how artists use this technique to create gentle, light effects.