Lilies and Butterflies
1881
unspecified
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
1881
unspecified
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
Lilies and Butterflies is a 1881 unspecified by Nathaniel Hone the Younger, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
In the painting, a large plant with green leaves and orange flowers dominates the center. The flowers have long, curved petals and are surrounded by several butterflies in shades of brown and black. The background is a light beige color with visible brushstrokes. The image is simple yet detailed, with a focus on the natural beauty of the flowers and butterflies. The artist's use of color and texture adds depth and interest to the scene. For more information on the artist behind this piece, look up Nathaniel Hone the Younger.
Nathaniel Hone the Younger (26 October 1831 – 14 October 1917) was an Irish painter, the great-grand-nephew of the painter Nathaniel Hone.
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