Geranium 1668 - 1729

"Geranium," a watercolor painting by Laurens Vincentsz. van der Vinne, depicts a single stem of a geranium plant with two clusters of pink flowers and a multitude of lush green leaves. Painted between 1668 and 1729, the piece exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age tradition of botanical illustration. The precise detail and naturalism of the artwork highlight van der Vinne's skill as a botanical artist, contributing to the scientific understanding of flora during the period. The work currently resides in the Rijksmuseum.