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Spring
Wenceslaus Hollar (mentioned on object), 1641
Spring is frequently presented as a comely young maiden holding blossoms, or posing near a vase of flowers. In Hollar’s print the large, almost overblown, costly tulips predominate. The tulips in 17th-century floral still lifes are often already in full bloom. Evidently, enthusiasts at that time were intrigued by the blossoms’ fanciful forms.
- Artwork typeprint
- Object numberRP-P-OB-11.251
- Dimensionsheight 245 mm x width 178 mm
- Physical characteristicsets