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Yu-Lan, by Unknown, paint, 1780

Yu-Lan

Unknown

1780

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Yu-Lan is a 1780 paint by Unknown, a qing_painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1780 · qing_painting
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a single branch with large white flowers and green leaves. The flowers have a soft, slightly wrinkled look, and the center of one is a warm brown. The branch is dark, almost black, with small buds and a few brown leaves mixed in. The artist focused on the flowers’ delicate details, making them stand out against the plain background. The white petals contrast sharply with the dark branch, drawing your eye to their shape and texture. If you like this close-up style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more floral art.

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