Lavendel en abrikoos 1617

"Lavendel en abrikoos," a 1617 engraving by Crispijn van de Passe (II), is a botanical illustration depicting a sprig of lavender and an apricot branch. The precise details and meticulous shading of the leaves and blossoms, characteristic of Passe's style, highlight the beauty of these natural elements. This print, likely a part of a larger series of botanical studies, showcases Passe's talent for depicting natural specimens with both scientific accuracy and artistic grace. The Rijksmuseum houses this fine example of Dutch 17th-century botanical art.