Artwork

Lilium chalcedonicum (rød turbanlilje)

Lilium chalcedonicum (rød turbanlilje), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654
Lilium chalcedonicum (rød turbanlilje), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654

Lilium chalcedonicum (rød turbanlilje) 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

Lilium chalcedonicum (rød turbanlilje) is a 17th-century watercolor artwork by 35199_person, dated circa 1654, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The artwork depicts three instances of Lilium chalcedonicum, accurately rendered with red, cup-shaped flowers, green stems, bulbous bases, roots, and long, thin leaves, emphasizing botanical realism.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolor, the piece showcases a realistic style with meticulous attention to detail, while the medium itself imparts a soft, delicate quality to the overall composition.

History & Provenance

Created around 1654 by 35199_person, the work is now part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, with no additional provenance details provided.

Context

Reflecting the botanical illustration traditions of its time, the work highlights the artist's focus on accurately capturing the natural world, common in 17th-century European art.

Legacy

While specific influence or notable recognition of 'Lilium chalcedonicum' is not detailed, it contributes to the broader legacy of botanical art from the 17th century.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known