Arrangement of morning glories, moss roses, lilies, and other flowers
1829
Medium
nature studies
Classification
nature studies
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Hamill and Barker
Accession Number
1961-105-119
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Behold the delicate "Arrangement of morning glories, moss roses, lilies and other flowers," a captivating nature study from 182 now housed in the Smithsonian American Museum. Created by an artist, this work showcases a harmonious bouquet of vibrant blooms—morning glories with their trumpet-shaped petals, lush moss roses, elegant lilies, and more—rendered with meticulous attention to botanical detail. As a medium rooted in nature studies, it the era's fascination with the natural world, blending artistic beauty with scientific observation. In the early 19th century, studies flourished amid Ame...
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...