Irving Penn's *Poppy: Burgundy, New York* is a striking close-up study of a single poppy blossom, rendered with the artist's characteristic precision and sensitivity to form and texture. The deep, velvety burgundy petals are captured with extraordinary detail, filling the frame in a way that transforms the flower into an almost abstract composition of light and shadow. Printed as a pigment print in 2006, the work exemplifies Penn's masterful ability to elevate everyday natural subjects into timeless, elegant imagery.