Lilium candidum (madonna-lilje) 1635 - 1664

"Lilium candidum (Madonna-lilje)" is a botanical illustration by Danish artist Hans Simon Holtzbecker, created between 1635 and 1664. The artwork, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts a single stem of the Madonna Lily (Lilium candidum) with three open flowers and several buds. The delicate details of the white petals, green leaves, and yellow stamens are rendered with precision, showcasing Holtzbecker's skill in botanical illustration. The artwork, a testament to the scientific curiosity of the 17th century, is a valuable historical record of the plant's appearance and botanical characteristics.