Bloemen en vlinders 1910

photo of handprinted image

toned paper

water colours

pastel soft colours

muted colour palette

ink paper printed

flower

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

soft colour palette

watercolor

"Bloemen en vlinders" (Flowers and Butterflies) is a 1910 artwork by Dutch painter Theo van Hoytema, currently held in the Rijksmuseum. The print depicts a variety of flowers and butterflies in a field, showcasing van Hoytema's talent for botanical detail. This delicate, nature-themed piece is a testament to the artist's admiration for the beauty of the natural world. The use of fine lines and subtle color variations imbues the work with a sense of tranquility and peace, making it a popular subject for collectors of Dutch art.