Cistus creticus (kreta-soløjetræ) 1649 - 1659
hanssimonholtzbecker
statensmuseumforkunst
drawing, gouache
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drawing
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water colours
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gouache
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possibly oil pastel
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handmade artwork painting
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fluid art
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coloured pencil
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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sketchbook art
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botanical art
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watercolor
"Cistus creticus (kreta-soløjetræ)" is a botanical illustration created by Danish artist Hans Simon Holtzbecker between 1649 and 1659. The watercolor painting depicts a Cistus creticus plant, also known as the Cretan Rockrose, with delicate pink flowers and green leaves. Holtzbecker’s work showcases the beauty and detail of the natural world. It is a testament to his mastery of botanical illustration, which was popular during the 17th century. The illustration is currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen.
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