Artwork

Anemone ×fulgens (skinnende anemone); Anemone coronaria (fransk anemone)

Anemone ×fulgens (skinnende anemone); Anemone coronaria (fransk anemone) is an unspecified work on paper by Unknown. It dates from 1654 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. An Anemone ×fulgens, also known as French anemone, was produced around 1654 by the artist catalogued as 35199_person.

About this work

Overview

An Anemone ×fulgens, also known as French anemone, was produced around 1654 by the artist catalogued as 35199_person. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography and is presented as an image of a watercolor composition.

Subject & Meaning

The picture depicts nine anemone blossoms arranged in a three‑by‑three grid against a pale beige field. Each flower shows a distinct shade of red and a varying petal count, all supported by slender green stems and modest foliage, emphasizing botanical variety within a simple compositional order.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolor, the artist employed glazing to build soft, blended tones, resulting in muted, earthy hues. Visible brushwork and surface texture convey a realistic rendering of the flowers, while the delicate layering highlights the medium’s capacity for translucency.

History & Provenance

Created in the mid‑17th century, the piece entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its attribution to 35199_person remains based on museum records, with no further documented changes of ownership.

Context

The work reflects a period interest in detailed botanical illustration, aligning with contemporary scientific and decorative pursuits. Its restrained palette and orderly arrangement suggest a didactic purpose, typical of ethnographic collections that document plant forms.