Artwork

Narcissus ×incomparabilis (have-narcis); Narcissus pseudonarcissus (påskelilje)

Narcissus ×incomparabilis (have-narcis); Narcissus pseudonarcissus (påskelilje) 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

Narcissus ×incomparabilis (have-narcis); Narcissus pseudonarcissus (påskelilje) is a 17th-century artwork, circa 1650, attributed to 35199_person, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The piece depicts two narcissus flowers in varying detail: one with fully yellow petals and another with white-edged yellow petals, set against a plain light background. The emphasis on botanical accuracy suggests a focus on naturalistic representation.

Technique & Style

Characterized by meticulous attention to small details such as petal textures and leaf curvature, the work employs a precise, almost illustrative approach, reminiscent of scientific botanical art. The technique, while not explicitly stated here, is suggested to be layered and soft, potentially indicative of watercolor given the era and style hints.

History & Provenance

Created around 1650 by 35199_person, the artwork's history prior to its current residence at the Museum of Ethnography is not detailed in the provided information.

Context

Emerging in the mid-17th century, this work aligns with the period's growing interest in botanical accuracy in art, possibly reflecting the scientific curiosity of the time.

Legacy

The artwork's influence or reception over time is not specified in the given details, focusing instead on its current status as part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.