Citrus limon (almindelig citron); Citrus maxima (pompelmus) 1649 - 1659

This botanical illustration, *Citrus limon (almindelig citron); Citrus maxima (pompelmus)*, was painted between 1649 and 1659 by Hans Simon Holtzbecker, a Danish artist known for his precise and detailed depictions of plants. The artwork, which features a lemon and a pomelo, showcases Holtzbecker's meticulous attention to detail, capturing the subtle textures and colors of the fruits and leaves. The work highlights the beauty and scientific accuracy of botanical illustration, a genre that was popular in the 17th century. *Citrus limon (almindelig citron); Citrus maxima (pompelmus)* is currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.