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Three Orchids, Acropera, Peristeria Elata, Cattleya Bicolor, by William Jacob Hays, unspecified, 1869

Three Orchids, Acropera, Peristeria Elata, Cattleya Bicolor

William Jacob Hays

1869

unspecified

From the collection of Brooklyn Museum

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Overview

Three Orchids, Acropera, Peristeria Elata, Cattleya Bicolor is a 1869 unspecified by William Jacob Hays, a Realism work, held at Brooklyn Museum.

Who painted this?
William Jacob Hays
When & what style?
1869 · Realism
Where can I see it?
Brooklyn Museum

About this work

This painting showcases three orchids, each with unique characteristics. The top orchid has white petals with pink markings, while the middle one features yellow petals with orange accents. The bottom two orchids have brown petals with pink centers. The flowers are depicted against a plain background, which helps to highlight their details. The artist's use of color and shading creates a sense of depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful floral piece, you might want to look up William Jacob Hays.

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