Artwork

Roemeria hybrida (violet hornvalmue); Glaucium corniculatum (rød hornskulpe)

Roemeria hybrida (violet hornvalmue); Glaucium corniculatum (rød hornskulpe) 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 watercolor painting depicts two flowering plants, Roemeria hybrida and Glaucium corniculatum, created around 1654.

About this work

Overview

This watercolor painting depicts two flowering plants, Roemeria hybrida and Glaucium corniculatum, created around 1654. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The artwork features two botanical specimens, each with distinct characteristics. The plants are rendered in detail, showcasing their leaves, stems, and flowers.

Technique & Style

The painting demonstrates a high level of realism, with visible veins and texture on the leaves and flowers. The artist's use of watercolor achieves a soft, delicate appearance, particularly in the flowers.