Aquilegia vulgaris (almindelig akeleje) 1635 - 1664

"Aquilegia vulgaris (almindelig akeleje)" is a botanical illustration by Hans Simon Holtzbecker, created between 1635 and 1664. The artwork, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts the common columbine flower in intricate detail. Holtzbecker, a Danish artist known for his meticulous botanical illustrations, captures the delicate petals, vibrant hues, and graceful stems of the flower. This artwork is a testament to the artist's keen observation and skillful execution, making it a prized example of 17th-century botanical art.