Flowering Lily
1750
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1750
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a few big white flowers with green stems and leaves. The background is mostly a light, plain color. Some small blue dots are scattered near the bottom, like tiny flowers or dirt. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, making the flowers look fresh but simple. The artist left a lot of the paper bare, letting the flowers stand out. Look up *Baroque* next to see how this style uses bold shapes and light.
