Artwork

Convallaria majalis (liljekonval); Convallaria majalis (varietet af liljekonval)

Convallaria majalis (liljekonval); Convallaria majalis (varietet af liljekonval) 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

Convallaria majalis (liljekonval) is a botanical watercolor piece created circa 1654 by 35199_person, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The work meticulously depicts three lily-of-the-valley plants, emphasizing their naturalistic details, from leaf veins and flower clusters to rooted structures, suggesting a focus on botanical accuracy.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolor, the piece showcases the artist's attention to detail, capturing the subtlety of pale, fuzzy flowers and the intricacy of twisted roots against a plain, light background that enhances the subjects' clarity.

History & Provenance

Created in the mid-17th century, the artwork's provenance is traced to its current location at the Museum of Ethnography, though specific historical contexts or ownership transitions prior to this are not detailed here.