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Polygonatum multiflorum (stor konval); Polygonatum odoratum (kantet konval)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Polygonatum multiflorum (stor konval); Polygonatum odoratum (kantet konval) 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 shows two tall green plants with long leaves and small white flowers hanging down. The roots of one plant are visible at the bottom, with thin strands spreading out. The background is plain and light, so the plants stand out clearly. The artist focused on the details of the leaves and flowers, making them look very real. The colors are mostly green and white, with a soft touch to the petals. If you like this kind of careful plant painting, look up watercolor next.