Allium sphaerocephalon (middelhavs-prydløg); Allium nigrum (sort løg) 1649 - 1659

Hans Simon Holtzbecker's botanical illustration, "Allium sphaerocephalon (middelhavs-prydløg); Allium nigrum (sort løg)", depicts two species of Allium, a genus of flowering plants. Created between 1649 and 1659, this artwork showcases the meticulous detail and precision characteristic of 17th-century botanical illustration. The artist's careful rendering of the plants' form and color captures the beauty and intricacies of these botanical specimens. This piece is a testament to the scientific exploration and artistic appreciation of the natural world during this period, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.