Artwork
Rosa gallica (apoteker-rose); Rosa (?) (rose)
Rosa gallica (apoteker-rose); Rosa (?) (rose) is an unspecified work on paper by Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. This watercolor work, created around 1650, depicts two red roses with green leaves and stems.
About this work
Overview
This watercolor work, created around 1650, depicts two red roses with green leaves and stems. It is held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a fully open rose with layered petals and a budding rose, emphasizing the flower's life cycle. The plain background highlights the roses' colors and details.
Technique & Style
The roses are rendered in soft shading and delicate lines, showcasing the artist's skill in watercolor. The leaves and stems are also carefully detailed, contributing to the overall sense of realism.
History & Provenance
The work is attributed to a specific artist, though their name is not provided, and is dated to around 1650. The page's yellow tint and visible spine suggest an aged, possibly bound, origin.
Artist & collection
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