Hyacinthoides non-scripta (almindelig klokkeskilla); Hyacinthoides hispanica (spansk klokkeskilla) 1649 - 1659

This 17th-century botanical illustration, titled "Hyacinthoides non-scripta (almindelig klokkeskilla); Hyacinthoides hispanica (spansk klokkeskilla)," was created by Danish artist Hans Simon Holtzbecker in the mid-1650s. The artwork, a meticulous watercolor rendering of the two depicted species, showcases the artist's mastery of botanical detail. The precise representation of the plants, their roots, bulbs, and flowers, reflects the scientific focus and appreciation for nature prevalent during the Baroque period. It is now part of the collection at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.