Dianthus plumarius (fjer-nellike) 1649 - 1659

"Dianthus plumarius (fjer-nellike)" is a botanical illustration created by Hans Simon Holtzbecker between 1649 and 1659. The artwork, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts three stems of pink flowers with delicate, detailed strokes. Holtzbecker, known for his meticulous rendering of flora, captures the beauty and intricate details of the Dianthus flower. This artwork exemplifies the flourishing of botanical illustration in the 17th century, a period when scientific observation and documentation of the natural world were paramount.