Butter Cups, Red Clover and Plantain 1526

Albrecht Dürer's "Butter Cups, Red Clover and Plantain" is a 1526 watercolor depicting a cluster of wildflowers, specifically buttercups, red clover, and plantain. The work showcases Dürer's meticulous attention to detail, typical of his botanical studies. The delicate petals and leaves are rendered with precision, capturing the beauty of nature in a scientifically accurate manner. This piece exemplifies Dürer's artistic transition from the Renaissance to the Early Modern period, highlighting his influence on the development of botanical illustration.