Vegetable Sheet 1800 - 1828

"Vegetable Sheet" is an etching by German artist Carl Wilhelm Kolbe, created between 1800 and 1828. The print depicts a detailed study of a single plant, likely rhubarb, with its large, textured leaves and prominent stalks. The leaves are rendered with meticulous detail, showcasing Kolbe's mastery of the etching technique. The composition is simple yet striking, highlighting the beauty of the natural world and the artist's keen observation of botanical details. This artwork is now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago.