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Flowers in a Glass Vase with a Butterfly Watercolour and gouache on parchment, 37.4 x 29.9 cm, by Herman Henstenburgh, c. 1700 Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam |
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| A lush bouquet of tulips, roses, daffodils, and other flowers arranged in a glass vase upon a marble pedestal. Henstenburgh had a preference for parchment, and its smooth, resilient surface allows the vibrant colours to remain crisp, while the fine details, such as a butterfly, a caterpillar, and a snail, appear sharply defined, enhancing the natural realism of the composition. |
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