A Sheet of Studies of Flowers: A Rose, a Heartsease, a Sweet Pea, a Garden Pea, and a Lax-flowered Orchid 1528 - 1588

Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues's "A Sheet of Studies of Flowers: A Rose, a Heartsease, a Sweet Pea, a Garden Pea, and a Lax-flowered Orchid" (1528-1588) is a detailed botanical illustration featuring five different flowers. Executed in watercolor and ink, the artwork showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail, capturing the delicate textures and vibrant hues of each bloom. This sheet of studies, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Le Moyne de Morgues's talent as a botanical artist, and provides a glimpse into the beauty and diversity of the natural world.