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Hyacinthoides orientalis
Hans Simon Holtzbecker
1650 · Gouache Paint, Parchment
A masterful 17th-century botanical study of three hyacinth varieties, rendered in delicate gouache on parchment.
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Where it works
A quiet, grounding work with softened warm notes — sits quietly within a room.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Bathroom · Kitchen
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Benefits from a wall with more tonal contrast
- Color notes
- Soft cream, Olive green, Soft sage
About the piece
Dating to approximately 1650, this elegant study by Hans Simon Holtzbecker captures three varieties of Hyacinthoides orientalis. Executed in gouache on parchment, the work demonstrates the precision of early modern natural history illustration, beautifully detailing the transition from vibrant florets and waxy leaves to the earthy textures of the bulbs and roots.
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