Tulip named Bizard Egiptienne
1741 - 1795
Behold the 'Bizarre Egyptian' tulip, a striking botanical study by Dutch artist Cornelis van Noorde from the 18th century. Its petals flare open dramatically, showcasing a gorgeous gradient from pale, buttery yellow at the base to deep, inky purple-black streaks at the tips. During the Dutch Golden Age and beyond, these exotic, variegated tulips were absolute obsessions, sometimes selling for the price of a mansion! Van Noorde captured the flower's delicate, feathery textures with incredible precision, making it look as if it just bloomed right off the page.
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