Who painted Geum rivale?

Geum rivale was painted by Karl Blossfeldt in 1928.

Where can I see Geum rivale?

Geum rivale is held by National Gallery of Art.

Can I buy a print of Geum rivale?

Museum-quality prints of Geum rivale are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Geum rivale

Karl Blossfeldt , 1928

Geum rivale is a print by Karl Blossfeldt. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Geum rivale is a 1928 photogravure print by Karl Blossfeldt, featuring a close-up of a plant's flower and stem, emphasizing intricate natural textures and patterns.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a detailed, high-contrast depiction of Geum rivale's floral structure, highlighting Blossfeldt's fascination with organic growth and form, characteristic of his broader photographic explorations of nature.

Technique & Style

Created using the photogravure process, the work translates a photographic image into finely detailed ink on paper, mimicking the appearance of a detailed drawing while retaining the precision of photography.

History & Provenance

Geum rivale was included in Blossfeldt's 1929 publication Urformen der Kunst (Archetypes of Art), a collection showcasing his photographic studies of plant structures and natural forms.