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Wild Violet

Jenny Brasier

2000

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Contemporary Abstract Contemporary Floral

Dominant colour

Wild Violet is a 2000 watercolor by Jenny Brasier, a Contemporary Abstract work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Jenny Brasier
When & what style?: 2000 · Contemporary Abstract
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a single deep purple violet flower with five soft petals. The center is a pale yellow, and the stem is thin and green. The background is plain white, letting the flower stand out. The artist focused on tiny details in the petals’ texture, making them look almost fuzzy. The colors are simple but bright, with no extra leaves or distractions. Want to see more? Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About the artist

Artist

Jenny Brasier

Jenny Brasier (1936–2020) was a botanical artist and book illustrator. Brasier was born on 9 August 1936 in Alvechurch near Birmingham, UK. She painted in watercolour and was known for painting on vellum. She did not…

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