Artwork

Nigella damascena (jomfru i det grønne)

Nigella damascena (jomfru i det grønne), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654
Nigella damascena (jomfru i det grønne), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654

Nigella damascena (jomfru i det grønne) 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

Nigella damascena (jomfru i det grønne) is a watercolor painting created around 1654 by an artist known as 35199_person. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts two Nigella damascena plants with delicate, feathery foliage and spiky blue flowers, showcasing the artist's attention to botanical detail. The roots are visible at the bottom, intertwined in the light background.

Technique & Style

The artist employed watercolor to capture the subtleties of the flowers and foliage, using fine brushstrokes to convey texture and depth. The soft blue centers of the flowers demonstrate a nuanced approach to color.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

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