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Peach Blossoms

John William Hill

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts a flowering tree branch against a blue background. The branch has many thin brown stems with small green leaves and numerous pink flowers. The flowers are light pink with five petals each and a darker center. Some flowers are fully bloomed, while others are buds. The background is a light blue color with some white clouds. The painting's color palette is soft and delicate, with a focus on pastel shades. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom left corner. The overall style is realistic and detailed, with a focus on capturing the beauty of nature.

Artwork details

Date:
1874
Medium:
Watercolor and graphite on off-white wove paper
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
367 × 625 px
Museum record:
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