Artwork

Mentha pulegium (polej-mynte); Mentha cervina (hjorte-mynte); Mentha (art af mynte)

Mentha pulegium (polej-mynte); Mentha cervina (hjorte-mynte); Mentha (art af mynte) 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 depicts three plants, created around 1654.

About this work

Overview

This watercolor painting depicts three plants, created around 1654. It is held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting showcases Mentha pulegium, Mentha cervina, and another Mentha species, highlighting their distinct characteristics, including variations in stem length, flower color, and leaf arrangement.

Technique & Style

The artist has rendered the plants with attention to detail, capturing their roots and texture. The use of watercolor allows for a delicate representation of the plants' features.

History & Provenance

The work was created by 35199_person circa 1654 and is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.