The artwork, titled “Pine Cones,” was created by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1925. This piece belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls under the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork features a detailed and meticulous illustration of various pine cones and flora. Mackintosh employs a delicate palette, using an array of colors to bring out the intricate details of the natural elements depicted. The composition includes both cones and blossoms, highlighting the diversity found in nature. The sketch quality of the artwork is emphasized by the visible pencil lines and the application of watercolor, which lend a sense of both immediacy and precision to the piece. The overall effect is a blend of artistic study and botanical accuracy, characteristic of Mackintosh’s unique style within the Art Nouveau movement.
