Veratrum album (hvid foldblad) 1649 - 1659

"Veratrum Album (hvid foldblad)" is a 17th-century botanical illustration by Danish artist Hans Simon Holtzbecker, created between 1649 and 1659. The artwork, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a detailed and meticulously rendered White Hellebore plant with its characteristic white flowers and large, green leaves. Holtzbecker's precise and realistic style, typical of botanical illustration of the period, highlights the plant's intricate details, emphasizing its scientific value. The artwork serves as a testament to the intersection of art and science during the Renaissance, offering a visually engaging and informative representation of the natural world.