Plant, mogelijk een varen c. 1856 - 1870

"Plant, possibly a fern" is a delicate pencil drawing by Maria Vos, a Dutch artist known for her botanical illustrations. Dated between 1856 and 1870, the drawing captures the intricate details of a fern, showcasing Vos's keen eye for observation and her ability to translate the natural world onto paper. The work currently resides at the Rijksmuseum. This drawing, along with others from the same period, demonstrates Vos's interest in botanical studies, a popular subject in 19th-century art.