Who painted A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms?

A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms was painted by Philipp Otto Runge in 1808.

Where can I see A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms?

A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms?

A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms is associated with Romanticism.

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Museum-quality prints of A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms

Philipp Otto Runge , 1808

A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Philipp Otto Runge. It dates from 1808 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:on the verso, by Daniel Runge, brother of the artist: Original von Philipp Otto Runge 1808/1809

About this work

Overview

A Stalk of Lilies with Six Blooms is a drawing created by Philipp Otto Runge in 1808. It is executed in pen and black ink over graphite on very light green laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a single lily stalk with six buds, rendered in careful detail. The precise representation of the flowers, stems, and leaves suggests a study of natural forms, characteristic of Runge's engagement with the natural world.

Technique & Style

Runge employed fine lines and subtle cross-hatching to convey texture and depth in the drawing. The visible graphite underdrawing and slight smudging of the ink indicate a rapid study rather than a finished work.

Context

As a key figure in the German Romantic movement, Runge's work reflects his intellectual interests and artistic innovations. His detailed draftsmanship and exploration of natural forms were influential within the movement.