Lucian Freud's magnificent paintings and drawings of the plant world showcase his fearless gaze and impressive attention to detail. Sometimes, this earned Freud the reputation of being the 'most obsessed painter of flesh.' Who would have thought that, in addition to his brilliant portraits, Freud also devotedly painted plants?

Although Freud demonstrates the same quality in his paintings and drawings of plants, flowers, and landscapes, these works are hardly known. Over 75 of Freud's works, which include cyclamen, bananas, the interior at Paddington, and the painter's garden, illustrate his unique approach to the world of plants and allow one to delve into the fascinating details.

Viewers who have not yet engaged with these aspects of Freud's works will discover many parallels to his portraits—earthy tones, unconventional rawness, and devoted attention to detail. Freud's ability to capture plants in new and personal ways is evident both in the delicate realism of the cyclamen blossoms and in the bold brushstrokes that immortalise the lush garden.

Comparative illustrations from art history and texts about the history of plants in art accompany this unique appreciation of Freud's work and provide an important contribution to the painter's legacy.