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Orchid on Rocks

Unknown , 1704

Orchid on Rocks, by Unknown, 1704
Orchid on Rocks, by Unknown, 1704

Orchid on Rocks is a print by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1704 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.
1941.283
Credit line
Edward L. Whittemore Fund

About this work

Overview

Orchid on Rocks is a print depicting a single orchid plant emerging from rugged rocks.

Subject & Meaning

The work features a delicate pink orchid with yellow centers, its curved stems and thin green leaves set against a plain light brown background, emphasizing the contrast between the flower's fragility and the rocks' ruggedness.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a combination of ink for the rocks and stems, and watercolor for the flowers, creating a visual tension between the soft petals and the harsh, jagged rock forms.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Orchid on Rocks?

Orchid on Rocks was painted by Unknown in 1704.

Where can I see Orchid on Rocks?

Orchid on Rocks is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Orchid on Rocks?

Orchid on Rocks is associated with Baroque.