Artwork

Iris sibirica (sibirisk iris)

Iris sibirica (sibirisk iris), by Unknown, unspecified, 1650
Iris sibirica (sibirisk iris), by Unknown, unspecified, 1650

Iris sibirica (sibirisk iris) is an unspecified work on paper by Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Iris sibirica (sibirisk iris) is a watercolor painting created around 1650, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts two iris flowers on tall green stems, one deep purple with yellow centers and the other pale cream with soft pink veins, showcasing delicate details such as tiny hairs on the stems.

Technique & Style

The artist employed watercolor and glazing techniques to achieve soft yet bright colors with careful shading, creating a realistic representation of the flowers' petals.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known