Colchicum variegatum (plettet tidløs); Bulbocodium vernum (vår-lysblomst); Sternbergia lutea (almindelig sternbergia) 1649 - 1659

This 17th-century botanical illustration by Hans Simon Holtzbecker showcases three different species of flowering plants: Colchicum variegatum, Bulbocodium vernum, and Sternbergia lutea. The detailed depiction of the flowers, bulbs, and root systems highlights the artistic precision of Holtzbecker's work, while also providing valuable scientific information for botanists. The painting's inclusion in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst underscores its cultural and historical significance within the field of botanical art. The “Colchicum variegatum (plettet tidløs); Bulbocodium vernum (vår-lysblomst); Sternbergia lutea (almindelig sternbergia)” is a fine example of early scientific illustration, demonstrating the intersection of art and knowledge during the 17th century.