Artwork

Silene latifolia (aften-pragtstjerne); Silene dioica (dag-pragtstjerne)

Silene latifolia (aften-pragtstjerne); Silene dioica (dag-pragtstjerne) 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, created around 1654, depicts two types of flowering plants, Silene latifolia and Silene dioica.

About this work

Overview

This watercolor painting, created around 1654, depicts two types of flowering plants, Silene latifolia and Silene dioica. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The work shows five tall plants with white and pink flowers, emphasizing details like buds and roots. The level of detail suggests a scientific or botanical purpose.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a meticulous drawing style, characteristic of scientific illustrations. The use of watercolor allowed for layered, transparent washes, capturing the subtleties of the plants' forms and textures.