En eksotisk dagsommerfugl 1600 - 1700

"En eksotisk dagsommerfugl" (An Exotic Butterfly) is a watercolor on paper by Dutch artist Pieter Holsteijn, dated between 1600 and 1700. The painting depicts a vibrant blue butterfly with black markings, rendered with meticulous detail. Holsteijn was known for his exquisite depictions of flora and fauna, showcasing a keen eye for natural observation and a mastery of watercolor techniques. This work, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with the exotic and its artistic exploration of the natural world.