Convallaria majalis rosea (rød liljekonval); Convallaria majalis (liljekonval) 1635 - 1664
hanssimonholtzbecker
statensmuseumforkunst
drawing, gouache
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vegetal
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drawing
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gouache
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botanical illustration
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food illustration
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botanical photography
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botanical drawing
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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botanical art
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watercolor
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warm toned green
"Convallaria majalis rosea (rød liljekonval); Convallaria majalis (liljekonval)" is a botanical illustration by Danish artist Hans Simon Holtzbecker. Created between 1635 and 1664, the watercolor depicts two lily-of-the-valley plants, one with pink blossoms and the other with white, against a pale background. The meticulous detail of the leaves and delicate flowers is characteristic of Holtzbecker's style, showcasing his expertise in both botany and art. Now housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, this artwork provides a glimpse into the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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