Artwork
Chinese Flower
Chinese Flower is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Mary Altha Nims. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Chinese Flower is a drawing created by Mary Altha Nims around 1804. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a single red flower with a yellow center and blue specks, surrounded by glossy green leaves. The flower's perfection suggests a studied or idealized representation.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by careful attention to color and shape, with smooth, rounded petals and detailed leaves. The plain, light background emphasizes the flower.
Context
The detailed representation of a flower is consistent with the artistic interests of the Romanticism movement, which often focused on nature and its beauty.
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