Contemporary Botanical Iris Watercolor Painting

This is a contemporary botanical watercolor painting depicting two purple irises against a solid black background. The artwork demonstrates a high level of technical skill, utilizing a vibrant palette of violets, magentas, and cerulean blues for the petals, contrasted with rich golden-yellow beards and deep green stems. The composition is dynamic, with the floral subjects positioned diagonally across the frame. The use of a matte black background is a distinguishing feature that makes the translucent, layered watercolor washes appear luminescent. No significant aging, foxing, or fading is visible, suggesting the piece is a modern work, likely from the late 20th or early 21st century. An artist's signature is visible in the lower left corner against the black background, though the cursive script is difficult to fully decipher from the image provided. The piece is housed behind glass in a white mat, which has protected the surface from physical damage. The craftsmanship is evident in the fine wet-on-dry line work detailing the petal veins and the delicate color transitions within the flower's 'falls' and 'standards'.