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Papaver rhoeas (korn-valmue)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Papaver rhoeas (korn-valmue) 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 watercolor painting shows five red poppy flowers with green stems and leaves. The flowers are arranged in a loose, organic way, with some facing forward and others turned to the side. The stems are thin and curved, and the leaves are shaped like ferns. The flowers are painted in a delicate, detailed style, with subtle variations in color and texture. The background of the painting is a soft, creamy white, which helps the flowers stand out. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the technique of watercolor.