Nerium oleander (nerie)

The artist employed meticulous attention to detail, rendering intricate petal and leaf vein structures, characteristic of the illustrative style often found in historical botanical documentation, suggestive of watercolor technique.

Created in approximately 1654, the work is now part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, with specific provenance details prior to its current holdings not provided.

The artwork reflects the 17th-century interest in precise botanical representation, commonly used in educational and reference materials of the time.

While the work's direct influence is not detailed, it exemplifies the enduring tradition of botanical art, continuing to inform and inspire both scientific and artistic fields.