Hans Simon Collection
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"Hans Simon: Capturing the Beauty of Nature in the Gottorfer Codex" Step into a world of vibrant colors and delicate brushstrokes as you explore the botanical illustrations by Hans Simon. In his renowned album, Gottorfer Codex, created around 1650, Simon brings to life an array of exquisite flowers. Tulipa gesneriana takes center stage with its graceful petals and striking hues. Its presence is complemented by Iris xiphiodes, showcasing its regal elegance. Syringa persica, philadelphus coronarius, and syringa vulgaris captivate with their fragrant blossoms that seem to float off the page. Jacobaea maritima stands tall amidst this floral symphony, its silvery foliage adding a touch of ethereal beauty. Rosa gallica enchants with its velvety crimson petals while Rhus typhina adds a fiery burst of color to the composition. Punica granatum reveals its luscious fruits amid intricate details painted by Simon's skilled hand. Narcissus tazetta, narcissus orientalis, and corbularia bulbocodium dance together in harmonious unity on parchment pages. Lilium candidum monstrosum emerges as an enchanting anomaly among these botanical wonders—a captivating mutation frozen in time. Hyacinthoides orientalis exudes charm with its delicate bell-shaped blooms swaying gently in imaginary breezes. Fritilleria imperialis commands attention with its majestic stature and bold orange hue while Fritilleria meleagris showcases nature's artistry through unique patterns adorning each petal. Through his meticulous gouache technique on parchment paper, Hans Simon immortalizes these botanical marvels for generations to admire. His passion for capturing nature's essence shines brightly within every stroke—each illustration telling a story that transcends time itself.