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Calothorax heliodori

H.C. Richter

1842

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Calothorax heliodori is a 1842 ink by H.C. Richter, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: H.C. Richter
When & what style?: 1842 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting features a large white flower with long, thin petals and a yellow center. The flower is surrounded by green leaves and stems, and four small hummingbirds are perched on the flower and leaves. The hummingbirds have iridescent feathers in shades of green, blue, and purple. The background of the painting is a soft, gradient blue that fades to white towards the bottom. The overall effect is one of delicate beauty and intricate detail. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Richter, H.C., a Romantic-era artist known for his detailed and colorful depictions of nature.