Who painted Haemanthus?

Haemanthus was painted by Johannes Jacob Haid in 1762.

Where can I see Haemanthus?

Haemanthus is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Haemanthus?

Haemanthus is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Haemanthus

Johannes Jacob Haid , 1762

Haemanthus is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Johannes Jacob Haid. It dates from 1762 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Haemanthus is a hand-colored engraving on laid paper, produced by Johannes Jacob Haid in 1762, featuring a detailed botanical representation.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a plant species characterized by large green leaves and a multicolored flower, with yellow, orange, and red tones at its center, surrounded by green and red petals. Additional botanical elements in the foreground include a red fruit or berry, a seed pod, and loose seeds, suggesting a focus on the plant's lifecycle and characteristics.

Technique & Style

Haid employed intricate lines and textures in the engraving to achieve a high level of realism and depth, particularly evident in the detailed rendering of the plant's stem (with small brown spots), roots, and the various foreground elements.

History & Provenance

Created in 1762 by Johannes Jacob Haid, specific provenance details (ownership history) of Haemanthus are not provided in the available information.

Context

Haemanthus reflects the 18th-century interest in botanical illustration, which often combined artistic merit with scientific accuracy, catering to both the aesthetic tastes and the burgeoning scientific curiosity of the time.

Legacy

While specific legacy or impact of Haemanthus on subsequent botanical art or science is not detailed in the provided information, it exemplifies the enduring tradition of detailed botanical engraving from its era.