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Twelve Months of Flowers: September, by Jacob van Huysum, oil, 1733

Twelve Months of Flowers: September

Jacob van Huysum

1733

oil

canvas

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Twelve Months of Flowers: September is a 1733 oil by Jacob van Huysum, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Jacob van Huysum
When & what style?
1733
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting shows a large vase filled with a variety of flowers. The vase is made of gold and has a lion's head on it. The flowers are different colors, including red, orange, yellow, white, and blue. They are arranged in a way that makes them look like they are growing out of the vase. The background of the painting is green and brown, with some trees and bushes visible. The overall effect is one of abundance and beauty, with the flowers and vase taking center stage. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of artist Jacob van Huysum.

About the artist

Portrait of Jacob van Huysum
Artist

Jacob van Huysum

Jacob van Huysum (1688–1740) was an 18th-century botanical painter from the Dutch Republic who moved to the Kingdom of Great Britain in 1721.

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