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Plant Study with Burdock

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe

1820

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Floral

Dominant colour

Plant Study with Burdock is a 1820 ink by Carl Wilhelm Kolbe, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Carl Wilhelm Kolbe
When & what style?: 1820 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is a detailed etching of a plant with large leaves and stems. The plant is centered in the image, with some smaller plants and flowers surrounding it. The etching is done in a realistic style, with lots of texture and shading to give the plants depth and dimension. The artist has used a range of techniques to create different textures and effects, from the smooth leaves to the rougher stems. The overall effect is one of lushness and abundance, as if the plants are growing and thriving in the image. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and nature.