The tulip “Rood en wit Boode” provides insight into the intensity of the Tulipmania of the 17th century.
Although this tulip is not frequently mentioned in historical sources, it was a prized possession among investors and garden enthusiasts.
This smaller-sized tulip stands out for its two-toned petals. The red and white petals added to the charm of this tulip, which was highly coveted during the Tulipmania.
What is striking is the price that people were willing to pay for the “Rood en wit Boode.” The price of the tulip soared to an incredible 2,000 guilders – an amount equivalent to approximately €28,000 today. This amount far exceeded an average annual income in that period, evidence of the extreme appreciation and speculative value of tulips.
In summary, the ‘Rood en wit Boode’ tulip serves as a symbol of the madness of the Tulipmania, characterized by its unique color and exorbitant price.
The NFT tulips in different art styles for the “Rood en wit Boode” highlights the theme ‘messenger’. The portrait of the “Rood en wit Boode”, from the ‘Ninetynine Tulips’ collection, serves as inspiration for the NFT tulips.
Ninetynine Tulips 