Stof Bethlehem and other plants 1506

"Stof Bethlehem and other plants" is a pen and ink drawing on paper by Leonardo da Vinci, dated 1506. The drawing depicts a cluster of different plants and flowers, including the Star of Bethlehem, as well as some berries. The detailed, anatomical rendering of the plant life is characteristic of da Vinci’s meticulous approach to observation and his interest in the natural world. This drawing, like many of his other botanical studies, can be seen as both a scientific and artistic endeavor. It was created during his High Renaissance period, and demonstrates his remarkable skill in capturing the delicate beauty and intricate details of the natural world.