Flowers (Fleurs)

About this work

This drawing shows three flowers on a single stem. The top flower is fully open, its petals detailed with quick, dark lines. Below it, one flower is budding, and another is half-open, with leaves that look almost three-dimensional. The whole thing is in black and white, with a light background that makes the lines stand out. The artist used a technique called *drypoint*—think of it like scratching into a metal plate to make marks. The lines are sharp but soft, like the flowers themselves. If you like this style, check out technique: drypoint.