Who painted Plate 34: Seven Flatfish?

Plate 34: Seven Flatfish was painted by Joris Hoefnagel in 1594.

Where can I see Plate 34: Seven Flatfish?

Plate 34: Seven Flatfish is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Plate 34: Seven Flatfish?

Plate 34: Seven Flatfish is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Plate 34: Seven Flatfish

Joris Hoefnagel , 1594

Plate 34: Seven Flatfish is a gouache drawing by the Renaissance artist Joris Hoefnagel. It dates from 1594 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Plate 34: Seven Flatfish is a watercolor and gold paint drawing on parchment created by Joris Hoefnagel around 1594. It exemplifies the artist's skill in natural history illustration and manuscript illumination.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts seven flatfish in a light blue oval pool, surrounded by a gold border. The fish are rendered in soft colors, with detailed attention to their anatomy, suggesting a scientific approach to their representation.

Technique & Style

Hoefnagel's use of watercolor and gold paint on parchment showcases his mastery of traditional manuscript illumination techniques. The layered, nuanced colors achieved through watercolor and possibly glazing techniques, create a sense of depth and subtlety in the depiction of the fish.