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Phytographia Curiosa: Sumach Arbor

Abraham Munting

1667

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Baroque Baroque Floral

Dominant colour

Phytographia Curiosa: Sumach Arbor 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 painting features a large plant with green leaves and a tall, red flower spike at its center. The plant is set against a light-colored background, with a landscape visible behind it. The artist has used a range of colors to depict the plant, from deep greens to vibrant reds. The leaves are long and slender, with a pointed tip, while the flower spike is dense and cylindrical. The background of the painting is a soft, muted color, which helps to emphasize the plant's vibrant hues. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.