Artwork

Matthiola incana (vinter-levkøj)

Matthiola incana (vinter-levkøj), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654
Matthiola incana (vinter-levkøj), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654

Matthiola incana (vinter-levkøj) 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

Matthiola incana (vinter-levkøj) is a botanical painting created around 1654. It is held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts three plants with thin stems, clusters of small white flowers, and carefully rendered roots. The detailed representation suggests a scientific purpose, likely for the study of the plant's characteristics.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a meticulous approach, capturing fine details such as tiny hairs on the buds. The use of soft colors, including pale greens and whites, contributes to the work's delicate appearance.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known