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Iris graminea (græsbladet iris); Iris sibirica (sibirisk iris); Iris pseudacorus (gul iris)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Iris graminea (græsbladet iris); Iris sibirica (sibirisk iris); Iris pseudacorus (gul iris) 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 showcases three types of iris flowers, each with unique characteristics. The leftmost iris features long, thin leaves and purple flowers with yellow centers. The middle iris has white flowers and green leaves, while the rightmost iris boasts yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. The flowers are depicted in a realistic style, with attention to detail in their petals and leaves. The background of the painting is a soft, muted color, which helps to highlight the beauty of the flowers. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the technique of glazing.