Silene coronaria (krone-limurt)
1654
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows three tall flower stems against a plain light background. The left stem has two pale pink flowers and long green leaves. The middle and right stems each hold three bright red flowers, with buds still closed. The stems are thin and slightly wavy, and the leaves are narrow with visible veins. The red flowers stand out against the pale backdrop, making them the focus. The artist carefully drew each petal and leaf, showing how delicate the plants look up close. If you like this close-up style, look into *watercolor glazing* next.
