A Foxglove in Bloom 1592

This detailed pen-and-ink drawing titled *A Foxglove in Bloom* was created in 1592 by Dutch artist Hendrick Goltzius. Goltzius, who was known for his meticulous attention to detail and mastery of line, captures the delicate beauty of the foxglove plant in bloom with its long, slender stalk, bell-shaped flowers and leaves. The artist's skilled use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques adds depth and texture to the image, creating a sense of realism and intricacy that highlights the botanical subject matter.