Echites splendens
1836
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1836
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Echites splendens is a 1836 ink by Samuel Holden, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a close-up of a single flower with big white petals and a soft pink center. The petals look almost waxy, and the leaves are bright green with smooth edges. A few buds sit behind the main bloom, waiting to open. The background is plain, so the flower stands out clearly. The name under the image reads *Echites splendens*, which is just a fancy way to label this type of flower. The artist signed it in the corner—Holden, Samuel. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how artists made prints like this.
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