Modgy's Jacob Marrel Tulips expandable, plastic, flower vase offers a delightful way to elevate any decor with vibrant colors and eye-catching patterns.
Designed for convenience, these reusable vases pop up effortlessly when needed and fold flat for compact storage, allowing you to rotate between a variety of styles for any occasion. Whether it's a cozy dinner party or a festive gathering, Modgy vases add a touch of artistic flair while providing practicality and versatility to suit your decorating needs.
The Story:
Jacob Marrel (1613-1681) was a German still-life painter and tulip dealer active in Utrecht during the Dutch Golden Age. The variegated blooms featured on our vase come from one of six tulip books he created during Tulipomania, a period when the Dutch went mad for tulips.
Originating in Central Asia, tulips were first cultivated in Persia (Iran). By the 16th century, they were prized by the Ottoman Empire, and became a symbol of power and wealth in Turkey.
Introduced to Europe through the spice routes, the Dutch elite became enthralled with tulips, making them valuable commodities. Tulip trading was so intense that a single rare bulb was worth the purchase price of a mansion. The market crashed spectacularly in 1637, but the passion for these beautiful blooms persisted, and today the Netherlands is still the largest producer of tulips in the world.
- Dimensions - 26cm x 16cm (flat)
- Materials - BPA free plastic