Iris 1808

drawing, ink, indian-ink

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

16_19th-century

pencil sketch

etching

personal sketchbook

ink

german

ink drawing experimentation

indian-ink

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Iris," a delicate pencil drawing by Philipp Otto Runge, showcases the artist’s keen observation of nature. This 1808 artwork, now housed at the Städel Museum, captures the graceful form of an iris in meticulous detail. Runge's focus on line and light is evident in the subtle shading and contouring of the flower and its stem. The piece reflects the Romantic era's appreciation for natural beauty and serves as a testament to Runge's talent for botanical illustration.