Daphne laureola (laurbær-dafne) 1649 - 1659

"Daphne laureola (laurbær-dafne)" is a botanical illustration by Hans Simon Holtzbecker, completed between 1649 and 1659. This watercolor painting, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts two detailed renditions of the Daphne laureola plant, commonly known as spurge laurel. Holtzbecker's meticulous detail and realistic representation of the plant's foliage and stems exemplify the popularity of botanical illustrations during the 17th century, which served as a valuable resource for scientific study and artistic appreciation.