Viooltje en iris 1683 - 1733

"Viooltje en iris" (Violet and Iris) is a detailed botanical illustration created by Bernard Picart, a renowned Dutch artist, between 1683 and 1733. This black and white drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases two distinct flowers—a delicate violet with its five petals and an intricate iris with its distinctive petals. Picart's masterful use of hatching and shading brings these floral subjects to life, highlighting their unique textures and forms. This piece exemplifies the 17th-century Dutch tradition of botanical illustration, emphasizing scientific accuracy and aesthetic beauty.