Plantestudie 1777 - 1779

"Plantestudie" is a pencil drawing by Danish artist Jens Juel, created between 1777 and 1779. The artwork, housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a single stem of a plant with leaves, rendered with delicate detail and precise lines. Juel, known for his portraits, also explored botanical subjects, demonstrating his artistic mastery and capturing the essence of nature. This study reveals a keen interest in the intricacies of plant structures, showcasing the beauty of the natural world through the artist's observant eye.