Artwork

Prunus dulcis (mandel); Prunus tenella (dværg-mandel)

Prunus dulcis (mandel); Prunus tenella (dværg-mandel), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654
Prunus dulcis (mandel); Prunus tenella (dværg-mandel), by Unknown, unspecified, 1654

Prunus dulcis (mandel); Prunus tenella (dværg-mandel) 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

Prunus dulcis (mandel); Prunus tenella (dværg-mandel) is a botanical painting created around 1654 by an artist known as 35199_person. It is currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts two flowering branches, Prunus dulcis and Prunus tenella, with delicate pink and white blossoms and green leaves set against a light yellow background. The detailed rendering of the flowers and foliage suggests a focus on botanical accuracy.

Technique & Style

The artist has captured the intricate details of the flowers, including the central stamens, and conveyed the soft texture of the leaves. The level of detail and realism in the painting indicates a skilled and observant artist.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known