Phytographia Curiosa: Cistus Minor Rosmarini-Folius

1667

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Phytographia Curiosa: Cistus Minor Rosmarini-Folius is a 1667 by Abraham Munting, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Abraham Munting
When & what style?: 1667 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This image shows a plant with small orange flowers and long, narrow leaves growing in a pot. The pot sits on a stone ledge with a brick wall behind it. In the distance, there’s a faint outline of buildings and a hillside. The plant is labeled *Cistus Minor Rosmarini-Folius*, which is its scientific name. The artist drew it carefully, focusing on every leaf and flower. If you like this kind of detailed plant art, look into Baroque.