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Matthiola incana (vinter-levkøj); Erysimum cheiri (gyldenlak)

Unknown

1650

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Matthiola incana (vinter-levkøj); Erysimum cheiri (gyldenlak) is a 1650 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1650
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows three tall flowers on a plain background. The one in the center has deep pink and white petals arranged in a cluster. To the left and right are bright yellow flowers with smaller petals and long stems. Each plant has green leaves and thin stems, drawn carefully. The yellow flowers on the sides look almost like little pom-poms. The pink one in the middle stands out because of its layered petals and darker stripes. If you like detailed flower drawings, check out the technique: watercolor.