On Wednesday, April 15, dive into a remarkable story from art and history. You will hear how speculation in tulip bulbs reached unprecedented levels in the 1630s, and how that craze suddenly collapsed in 1637.
Look at art differently
The lecture focuses on paintings by Jan Brueghel the Younger. He sharply satirized speculation in tulip bulbs. In his paintings, people have been replaced by monkeys. In this way, you get to see not only art, but also a critical look at the times.
Discover the story behind the tulip
In art, tulips did not only have a negative connotation. They also frequently appeared in flower still lifes. There, they represented transience, but also wealth and status. This is how you learn how a single flower could carry different meanings.
Join easily online
The online art lecture is hosted by Bureau Boeiend and begins at 7:30 PM. Participation costs €5.00. You can easily join online from home. Tickets are available via the KopGroep Libraries website.
