Artwork

Narcissus jonquilla (siv-narcis); Narcissus tazetta aureus (guld-tazet); Narcissus pseudonarcissus bicolor (tofarvet påskelilje)

Narcissus jonquilla (siv-narcis); Narcissus tazetta aureus (guld-tazet); Narcissus pseudonarcissus bicolor (tofarvet påskelilje) 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

Created circa 1654 by 35199_person, this botanical artwork, housed at the Museum of Ethnography, depicts three narcissus species: Narcissus jonquilla, Narcissus tazetta aureus, and Narcissus pseudonarcissus bicolor.

Subject & Meaning

The piece focuses on the entirety of the narcissus plants, illustrating bulbs, roots, stems, and freshly blooming yellow and white flowers, emphasizing botanical accuracy likely for study purposes.

Technique & Style

Characterized by soft, predominantly pale yellow and green hues, the work features delicate rendering, suggestive of watercolor techniques involving thin paint layers to achieve subtle coloration.

History & Provenance

Dating to around 1654, the artwork is attributed to 35199_person and is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, with no detailed provenance provided beyond its current holdings.

Context

This type of detailed botanical drawing was common in the 17th century for educational and scientific purposes, highlighting the era's interest in natural history and accurate plant illustration.