Who painted Amaranthus tricolor (papegøje-amarant)?

Amaranthus tricolor (papegøje-amarant) was painted by Unknown in 1654.

Where can I see Amaranthus tricolor (papegøje-amarant)?

Amaranthus tricolor (papegøje-amarant) is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Amaranthus tricolor (papegøje-amarant)

Amaranthus tricolor (papegøje-amarant) is an unspecified work on paper by Unknown. It dates from 1654 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Amaranthus tricolor (papegøje-amarant) is a painting created around 1654 by an artist, now held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a single Amaranthus tricolor plant, showcasing its vibrant leaves in shades of red, yellow, and green, arranged along a slender stem with visible roots.

Technique & Style

The artist captured the plant's natural colors, blending warm and cool tones, and achieved a three-dimensional effect through subtle shading on each leaf.