Artwork
Anemone blanda
Anemone blanda is a print by Karl Blossfeldt. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Anemone blanda is a 1928 photogravure print by Karl Blossfeldt, a German photographer and sculptor.
Subject & Meaning
The print is a close-up study of a flower with dark, curved petals and a thin stem, showcasing the structural and aesthetic qualities of the natural form.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by high contrast and a detailed, realistic rendering of the flower against a solid-colored background.
Context
Anemone blanda was part of Blossfeldt's work featured in his 1929 publication Urformen der Kunst, which highlighted the growth patterns and forms found in nature.
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Artist
Karl Blossfeldt (13 June 1865 – 9 December 1932) was a German photographer and sculptor.
