Artwork
Fingered Citrons
Fingered Citrons is a paint painting by the British Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1831 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Fingered Citrons is a painting on high-quality Western paper, a material imported into China for its excellence.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a few citrons with distinctive finger-like protrusions, exemplifying the fascination with unusual flora that characterized the era.
Context
During the 18th and 19th centuries, British botanists and the general public developed a keen interest in exotic plants and fruits, often brought back or documented through paintings by travellers.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases the artist's skill in rendering detailed botanical subjects on a foreign medium, highlighting the cultural exchange between China and the West.
Artist & collection
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