Cobaea scandens
1928
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1928
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Cobaea scandens is a 1928 by Karl Blossfeldt, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a single flower, drawn in black and white. The petals are wide and slightly wavy, with a network of tiny lines inside them. The center looks dark and smooth, almost like a tiny cup. The artist used a camera to make this print, not paint. Every vein and bump on the petals is clear, as if you could almost feel the texture. Look up Blossfeldt, Karl next to see more of his plant photos.
