Twee tulpen met sprinkhaan en lieveheersbeestje 1637

Jacob Marrel's "Twee tulpen met sprinkhaan en lieveheersbeestje" is a delicate watercolor painting depicting two vibrantly colored tulips with a grasshopper and a ladybug. Marrel, a Dutch painter known for his exquisite botanical illustrations, captured the beauty of these flowers in meticulous detail, highlighting the delicate variations in color and texture. The work is part of a larger album of flower studies, showcasing the Dutch obsession with tulips during the "Tulip Mania" era of the 17th century. This artwork exemplifies the naturalist style popular in the period, emphasizing accurate representation and scientific observation.