Artwork
Cornus florida
Cornus florida is a print by Karl Blossfeldt. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Cornus florida is a 1928 photogravure print by Karl Blossfeldt, a German photographer and sculptor known for capturing detailed, close-up images of plant structures.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a cluster of bare Cornus florida branches with budding tips, emphasizing the contrasting textures of rough, twisted lines and delicate growth.
Technique & Style
Blossfeldt employed photogravure, a technique yielding sharp, clear lines, to create a high-contrast black-and-white image reminiscent of a detailed sketch.
History & Provenance
Cornus florida was published in 1929 as part of Blossfeldt's collection Urformen der Kunst (Archetypes of Art), showcasing his nature-inspired, structurally focused plant photography.
Artist & collection
Artist
Karl Blossfeldt (13 June 1865 – 9 December 1932) was a German photographer and sculptor.
