Who painted Botanical drawing?

Botanical drawing was painted by Kate Greenaway in 1864.

Where can I see Botanical drawing?

Botanical drawing is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Botanical drawing?

Botanical drawing is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Botanical drawing

Kate Greenaway , 1864

Botanical drawing is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Kate Greenaway. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

This is a botanical drawing created by Kate Greenaway. It's a watercolour piece from 1864.

The drawing was made when Greenaway was 17, as part of an examination piece. She was a student at the Finsbury School of Art at the time, and this work shows her early skills.

You can learn more about the artist who influenced this style by looking up the artist: Greenaway, Kate.

Overview

This watercolour botanical drawing is an early work by Kate Greenaway, created in 1864 when she was 17 years old. It was produced as part of an examination piece during her studies at the Finsbury School of Art.

Technique & Style

The drawing reflects the principles of Christopher Dresser, who advocated for stylised plant ornamentation based on detailed botanical studies. Greenaway's work demonstrates her adherence to this approach, showcasing her skill in rendering plant forms.

History & Provenance

Greenaway created this drawing as part of the 22nd stage of the National Course of Art Instruction, for which she received an honourable mention. She had enrolled in the Finsbury School of Art at the age of 12 and studied there for six years.