Double Peony 24 - 1789

"Double Peony" is a botanical illustration created in 1789 by the English artist John Edwards (1763–1806). This detailed watercolor painting depicts a single stem of a vibrant pink peony, showcasing its delicate petals and rich foliage. The piece is currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Edwards, known for his botanical illustrations, used meticulous detail to capture the beauty of nature in this work, which exemplifies the popularity of botanical illustration during the 18th century.