Ranunculus Hortensis
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows five bright red flowers with layered petals, each growing from long green stems. The leaves are feathery and light green, standing out against the pale background. One bud is still closed, while another flower is partially open, revealing its yellow center. The artist paid close attention to how light hits the petals, making them look almost three-dimensional. The name at the bottom, *Ranunculus Hortensis*, tells you what kind of flower this is. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of this artist’s precise watercolor work.
