Crocus vernus (vår-krokus) 1649 - 1659
hanssimonholtzbecker
statensmuseumforkunst
drawing, gouache
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drawing
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toned paper
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water colours
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egg art
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gouache
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handmade artwork painting
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stoneware
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coffee painting
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watercolour bleed
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earthenware
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Crocus vernus (vår-krokus)" (1649-1659) by Hans Simon Holtzbecker is a detailed watercolor depiction of various Crocus vernus (Spring Crocus) flowers, showcasing their delicate petals and subtle color variations. The artwork presents a scientific approach to botanical illustration, capturing the intricate details of the flowers and their bulbs, typical of the 17th-century Dutch tradition. This piece, currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the world of early botanical studies and the beauty of nature.
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