Artwork

Iris pumila (lav iris) eller Iris lutescens (dværg-iris); Iris graminea (græsbladet iris)

Iris pumila (lav iris) eller Iris lutescens (dværg-iris); Iris graminea (græsbladet iris) is an unspecified work on paper by Unknown. It dates from 1654 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. This watercolor painting, created around 1654, depicts five irises against a plain background.

About this work

Overview

This watercolor painting, created around 1654, depicts five irises against a plain background. It is the work of an artist known as 35199_person and is currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows three fresh irises with dark purple petals edged in yellow, alongside two faded flowers that have turned almost white. The long, pointed leaves radiate outward, emphasizing the flowers.

Technique & Style

The artist employed watercolor to achieve soft, blended colors. The depiction of both fresh and faded flowers may illustrate the transient nature of the irises, showcasing the artist's attention to detail and the effects of time on the subject.