Tulipomania 2006, Tulips (1) "Mona Lisa" by Hedepo

Photography • Flowers/Plants • posted on May 27, 2006

Open full image in new tab Zoom on image

Hover over top left image to zoom.
Click anywhere to exit.

Members remain the original copyright holder in all their materials here at Renderosity. Use of any of their material inconsistent with the terms and conditions set forth is prohibited and is considered an infringement of the copyrights of the respective holders unless specially stated otherwise.

Description

Tulipomania 2006, Tulips (1) "Mona Lisa" The term tulip mania (alternatively tulipomania) is used metaphorically to refer to any large economic bubble. The term originally came from the period in the history of the Netherlands during which demand for tulip bulbs reached such a peak that enormous prices were charged for a single bulb. It took place in the first part of the 17th century, especially in 1636-37. The tulip, introduced to Europe in the middle of the 16th century, experienced a strong growth in popularity in the United Provinces (now the Netherlands), boosted by competition between members of the upper classes for possession of the rarest tulips. Competition escalated until prices reached unsustainable levels. Tulip cultivation in the United Provinces is thought to have started in 1593, when Charles de L'Ecluse first bred tulips able to tolerate the harsher conditions of the Low Countries from bulbs sent to him from Turkey by Ogier de Busbecq. The flower rapidly became a coveted luxury item and a status symbol. Special breeds were given exotic names or named after Dutch naval admirals. The most spectacular and highly sought-after tulips had vivid colors, lines, and flames on the petals as a result of being infected with a tulip-specific virus known as the Tulip Breaking potyvirus. Have a very nice day Henk, Uhhhhhhhhhh , I have been away, for more then a couple of days. Too much came on my way !!!!

Comments (15)

)

PhrankPower

10:46AM | Sat, 27 May 2006

My God, they look like they glow! Love Tulips. I have many posted in my gallery, but I think this one is the best yet!

)

Zacko

10:58AM | Sat, 27 May 2006

I was wondering where youve been. Nice to see you again, and nice to see your photos again. This compo is so magnificent. Pro-looking studio-shot. Excellent work!!!! #:O)

)