Twee soorten narcissen 1617

"Twee soorten narcissen" is an engraving by Crispijn van de Passe (II) from 1617 depicting two types of daffodils, one with a flower facing up and the other with a flower facing down. The engraving is a detailed and delicate rendering of the flowers, and the inclusion of a bee adds a touch of realism. The engraving is a beautiful example of botanical illustration, and it would have been appreciated by both botanists and art lovers. It's part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum and measures 141mm in height and 206mm in width.