Narcissus pseudonarcissus moschatus (moskus-narcis); Narcissus ×medioluteus (toblomstret narcis); Narcissus pseudonarcissus major (stor påskelilje)
1654
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows five daffodils in different colors—white, pale yellow, and bright yellow—with long green leaves. Some bulbs are visible at the bottom, each with roots growing out. One bulb is cracked open to reveal its inside. The background is plain, letting the plants stand out clearly. The artist focused on showing both the flowers and the bulbs, which was unusual for the time. This kind of detailed drawing was often used in science books to help people study plants. If you like this, check out the technique: watercolor.
