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Narcissus ×incomparabilis (have-narcis); Narcissus pseudonarcissus (påskelilje)

Unknown

1650

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral Tulipa

Dominant colour

Narcissus ×incomparabilis (have-narcis); Narcissus pseudonarcissus (påskelilje) is a 1650 unspecified by Unknown, depicting Tulipa, 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 two bright yellow flowers with six long, slender green leaves. One flower has white edges on its petals, while the other is fully yellow. The background is plain and light, letting the flowers stand out clearly. The artist focused on small details, like the tiny lines on the petals and the way the leaves curve. These flowers look real but are painted with care, almost like a science book page. Next, try looking up watercolor to see how artists use this soft, layered technique.