Crocus angustifolius (balkan-krokus) 1649 - 1659

"Crocus angustifolius (balkan-krokus)" is a botanical illustration created by Hans Simon Holtzbecker between 1649 and 1659. The artwork, housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases the delicate beauty of the Balkan crocus, a type of flowering plant. Holtzbecker’s meticulous attention to detail captures the intricate structure of the flower, its vibrant yellow petals, and the subtle variations in its growth stages. This illustration is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the essence of natural forms, highlighting the scientific and aesthetic value of botanical art in the 17th century.