The “Wijze Compeer” is a tulip from the 17th century with a unique name that translates to “Wise Companion” or ‘Good Friend’.
It immediately evokes a sense of camaraderie and trust with the tulip.
During the days of the Tulipmania, tulips often had names that told a story or had a deeper meaning, and the ‘Wijze Compeer’ is no exception. The name suggests a reliable and wise companion, a quality valued both in people and in flowers.
The theme of ‘friendship’ has been chosen for the NFT-collections of the ‘Wijze Compeer’ portrayed in 99 different in art styles. It signifies the deep bonds of camaraderie and trust often associated with a good friend. Just like a good friend, the ‘Wijze Compeer’ had the power to bring joy and beauty into the lives of those fortunate enough to possess it. It provides a unique insight into how we assign value and meaning to the world around us, both in the 17th century and in the contemporary digital art world.
The portrait of the “Wijze Compeer”, from the ‘Ninetynine Tulips’ collection, serves as the inspiration for the eponymous NFT collection. The 99 ‘Compeer’ NFT tulips are themed ‘wise companion’.
Ninetynine Tulips 