The “Tulipa Candida”, with its pinkish-red hues, is one of the first tulips to reach Europe in the late 16th century.
This tulip is not often depicted but can be found in the works of the artist Van Swanenburch.
The Latin name ‘Candida’ lends itself to multiple interpretations, but the most obvious one is ‘radiant.’ This fits well with the vibrant pinkish-red color of the tulip, making it stand out among the many other varieties. It could also be a hint at a radiant tulip, both a delight to the eye and a symbol of prosperity and luxury.
The portrait of the “Tulipa Candida” from the ‘Ninetynine Tulips’ collection serves as the inspiration for the 99 tulip NFTs. The NFT-Candida tulips are themed ‘radiant.’
Ninetynine Tulips 