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Prunus dulcis (mandel); Prunus persica (fersken)

Unknown

1654

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Floral

Dominant colour

Prunus dulcis (mandel); Prunus persica (fersken) 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 four branches with flowers and leaves. The colors are soft—pinks, purples, and greens—on a light background. Each branch has different flowers, some clustered, some single. The brushstrokes are smooth and careful, like a quiet study. The artist focused on small details in petals and stems. These flowers are types of fruit trees, like peaches or almonds. The colors feel gentle and precise. Next, look up watercolor to see how artists use layers of paint to create soft effects.