Artwork

Narcissus pseudonarcissus; Narcissus poeticus (pinselilje); Narcissus ×incomparabilis (have-narcis)

Narcissus pseudonarcissus; Narcissus poeticus (pinselilje); Narcissus ×incomparabilis (have-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 image depicts six daffodils with detailed renderings of their stems, bulbs, and roots.

About this work

Overview

This image depicts six daffodils with detailed renderings of their stems, bulbs, and roots. Created around 1654, it is a work by a specific artist, now held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The daffodils are identified by their Latin names, indicating the artist's attention to botanical accuracy. The labels suggest a focus on classification and documentation of different species.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by its detailed and layered representation, likely achieved through a technique such as watercolor, which involves building up thin layers of paint to achieve the desired level of detail and color.