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Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
Marsh marigold (Caltha palustris) and wood anemone (Anemone nemorosa) c.1505-10
Pen and ink over traces of black chalk | 8.5 x 14.0 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 912423
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A drawing of a marsh marigold, with three flowers upon a stalk with broad leaves. To the right is a wood anemone, with one flower. Leonardo depicts the plants with great clarity presenting them as three separate (though overlapping) specimens, angled to show the precise forms of the flowers and leaves to best advantage.
Provenance
Bequeathed to Francesco Melzi; from whose heirs purchased by Pompeo Leoni, c.1582-90; Thomas Howard, 14th Earl of Arundel, by 1630; Probably acquired by Charles II; Royal Collection by 1690
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Medium and techniques
Pen and ink over traces of black chalk
Measurements
8.5 x 14.0 cm (sheet of paper)
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