Artwork

Narcissus poeticus (pinselilje); Narcissus triandrus (orkide-narcis); Narcissus ×medioluteus (toblomstret narcis)

Narcissus poeticus (pinselilje); Narcissus triandrus (orkide-narcis); Narcissus ×medioluteus (toblomstret narcis) 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 painting, created around 1654, depicts three types of Narcissus flowers.

About this work

Overview

This painting, created around 1654, depicts three types of Narcissus flowers. It is the work of a specific artist, held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The artwork shows clusters of Narcissus flowers with white petals and yellow centers, along with their bulbs and roots. The detailed representation of both flowers and bulbs illustrates the life cycle of the plants, a common practice in botanical studies of the time.

Technique & Style

The painting features delicate flowers against a plain background, allowing the subjects to stand out. The level of detail suggests a careful and precise technique, likely involving layered applications of paint to achieve depth and texture.