Artwork
Two Orchids, Brassia Lanceana, Cattleya Labiata
Two Orchids, Brassia Lanceana, Cattleya Labiata is an unspecified painting by the American Impressionist artist William Jacob Hays. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.
About this work
Overview
Two Orchids, Brassia Lanceana, Cattleya Labiata is a painting by William Jacob Hays, created in 1869. It is part of the Brooklyn Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two orchids, a larger one in the foreground with open petals and a smaller one behind it with closed petals. The orchids are rendered in shades of white and gray, with darker shading to convey depth.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a sense of dimension through the use of shading on the orchids, set against a light gray background.
Artist & collection
