Twee tulpen met drie insecten 1637

"Twee tulpen met drie insecten" is a watercolor painting on paper by the Dutch artist Jacob Marrel, completed in 1637. It features two white and red striped tulips, one with a yellow center, and a selection of insects, including a dragonfly, a wasp, and a grasshopper. The painting displays Marrel's expert botanical illustration skills and highlights the Dutch fascination with the natural world during the 17th century, also known as the Dutch Golden Age. This work is a prime example of the flower still life genre and is currently part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum.