Artwork

Nigella hispanica (djævlen i busken); Nigella sativa (sortkommen)

Nigella hispanica (djævlen i busken); Nigella sativa (sortkommen) 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 hispanica (djævlen i busken); Nigella sativa (sortkommen) is a 17th-century watercolor artwork created circa 1654 by 35199_person, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a botanical collection featuring Nigella hispanica and Nigella sativa, emphasizing detailed renderings of roots, stems, and blooms, predominantly in blue, white, and green hues.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolor, the piece showcases delicate lines, soft coloration, and meticulous textural and shape renderings, characteristic of a precise, realistic botanical study.

History & Provenance

Created around 1654, the artwork is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, though specific historical context or ownership history prior to its acquisition is not detailed here.