Twee tulpen met plant uit de kruisbloemenfamilie 1637

Jacob Marrel's 1637 watercolor painting, "Twee tulpen met plant uit de kruisbloemenfamilie," is a striking example of Dutch Golden Age botanical illustration. The painting, now in the Rijksmuseum, showcases two vibrantly colored tulips with a delicate cruciferous plant. Marrel’s meticulous detail and realistic depiction of the tulips’ unique markings and the cruciferous plant's delicate yellow flowers highlight the beauty of nature and the scientific precision of his work. The painting exemplifies the popularity of botanical art in the Netherlands during this period, reflecting the nation’s interest in both the natural world and artistic expression.