Pagoda Flowers and Roses
1768
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1768
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Pagoda Flowers and Roses is a 1768 chalk by Jean-Baptiste Pillement, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows a mix of flowers and leaves in a circular pattern. There are roses and other types of flowers, along with some leaves and branches. The drawing is done in black and red chalk on laid paper. The drawing seems to focus on the details of the flowers and leaves, with careful lines and shading. It's a close-up look at the natural world, without any people or landscapes. If you like this kind of detailed floral art, you might want to check out more works from the Baroque movement.
