Artwork

Consolida regalis (korn-ridderspore)

Consolida regalis (korn-ridderspore), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654
Consolida regalis (korn-ridderspore), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654

Consolida regalis (korn-ridderspore) 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

Consolida regalis (korn-ridderspore) is a botanical artwork created around 1654 by 35199_person, currently in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The artwork depicts Consolida regalis flowers in various stages of growth, emphasizing meticulous detail from the star-shaped petals in pastel hues to the underground roots, suggesting a scientific or observational intent.

Technique & Style

Executed in a style favoring precision, the piece features delicate renderings of floral and vegetal elements against a plain background, which enhances the visibility of the subject's intricate details.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1654, the work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, though the artist's identity is specified only by a numerical designation (35199_person).

Context

While the broader artistic context of the time often featured detailed botanical illustrations for both aesthetic and educational purposes, this work's plain background and focus on growth stages (including roots) highlight its potential use in botanical study or documentation.

Legacy

The artwork's legacy is not broadly outlined in available information, suggesting it may be valued more for its historical botanical accuracy and the insight it provides into 17th-century botanical illustration practices than for a widely recognized artistic impact.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known