Tulips

“Tulips”
Artist: Hümeyra Şaşmaz
Dimensions: 31x39 cm (12.20x15.35 in)
Material: Watercolor
Colors: Colorful
Technique: Classical illumination and scraping

This artwork beautifully intertwines the elegance of tulips with the charm of a small şemse motif, offering viewers a visual feast. The tulips are meticulously crafted using a scraping style, while the adjacent şemse motif is adorned with classical illumination techniques. When viewed from a distance, vibrant red tulips, sprinkled with delicate daisies, and an eye-catching şemse motif come into focus. The piece is rendered on a sheet of charred oval paper, elegantly framed with a float frame that enhances the paper’s form. This artwork, a refined expression of the art of illumination, awaits a cherished place in the collections of art enthusiasts.