V Een dwaes en zijn gelt zijn haest ghescheijden 1614

This 1614 engraving by Dutch artist Roemer Visscher, part of his larger work “Van de Sinnepoppen,” depicts a trio of tulips, symbolizing the folly of spending exorbitant sums on new, rare varieties. The image's stark lines and simple design evoke a sense of both beauty and satire, contrasting the delicate blooms with the absurdity of their exorbitant price. The inscription below the image reinforces this message, suggesting that chasing novelty is a fool’s errand. The print is a testament to Visscher's skill as an artist and a keen observer of human behavior, offering insight into the cultural and economic forces driving the tulip mania of the early 17th century.