Narcissus pseudonarcissus (påskelilje) 1635 - 1664

Hans Simon Holtzbecker's "Narcissus pseudonarcissus (påskelilje)" is a botanical illustration created between 1635 and 1664, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark. This watercolor painting depicts two daffodils, one with a yellow blossom and the other white, rendered with meticulous detail and precise observation. The artist's meticulous attention to the delicate structure of the flowers and their foliage, combined with the soft yet vibrant colors, captures the beauty of these spring blooms, showcasing Holtzbecker's mastery of botanical illustration.