Bloemstilleven op een marmeren blad by Petronella van Woensel

Bloemstilleven op een marmeren blad 1809 - 1839

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photo of handprinted image

pale palette

pastel soft colours

muted colour palette

pale colours

ink paper printed

light coloured

white palette

fruit

remaining negative space

soft colour palette

"Bloemstilleven op een marmeren blad" is a black and white still life drawing by Petronella van Woensel, dating back to 1809-1839. The artwork depicts a bouquet of delicate white roses and leaves, with a butterfly perched on one of the blooms, all resting on a marble surface. The fine details and soft shading of the drawing create a realistic and elegant portrayal of the floral arrangement, showcasing van Woensel's artistic skill in capturing the beauty of nature. This drawing exemplifies the Dutch tradition of still life art, emphasizing the beauty of everyday objects and the ephemeral nature of flowers.