Red Tulips,
tulip flowers in a close up view!

The is one of the world's most easily recognized and loved flowers. They are not too elegant, too romantic, too big, too small, or too bright; the tulip is always just right. Tulips express genuine coziness and comfort in all of the right ways.

The tulip originated over ten decades ago in Persia and Turkey, where it played a significant role in the art and culture of the time. Most likely commenting on the Turkish tradition of wearing tulips in one’s turban, Europeans mistakenly gave tulips their name, which comes from the Persian word meaning turban. As Europeans began taking to tulips, the flower’s popularity spread quickly, particularly in the Netherlands where a phenomenon dubbed tulip mania set in at one point during the 17th century. Tulips became so highly-prized that prices were sent soaring and markets crashing. Tulips are now grown throughout the world, but people still identify cultivated varieties as "Dutch tulips."

The meaning of tulips is generally perfect love. Like many flowers, different colors of tulips also often carry their own significance. Red tulips are most strongly associated with true love.

More about the painting:

I use a 400 year old Flemish technique that involves painting in layers. This produces superior results both in the effects that are found in the work, and it's longevity. It is guaranteed to last a lifetime without fading/cracking if kept out of direct sunlight under normal room conditions.

I've been painting using the multi-layered technique in oils since the mid 70's and have never had a single painting returned for rework due to craftsmanship or materials defects. Actually, I've never had one returned for any other reason either. Once you have a beautiful piece of art in your hands I guess folks like to hang on to it.

Close up views will show the depth and details not usually found in paintings today. I've also included one that is not to exact scale, but gives you a good idea of it's size compared to some furnishings.

I know you will enjoy hanging this in your home as much as I did in creating it!

Hey! I'm gonna include FREE SHIPPING within the US.

Everywhere else I have to charge because it requires a PO trip for me.

Why not bring these red tulips into your home to warm up that special place on your walls!

Only $795.00

Title: Red Red Tulips

Size: 30" X 40" oils on linen.

An original, one-of-a-kind by hand created oil painting.

Shipping information

This painting ships from Lynchburg, Virginia. 24502

FREE Shipping for US customers.

Shipping International I charge $79. This pays for materials, padding, mirror box, insurance and tracking.

Guarantee:

Buying artwork over the Internet is so fantastic! The only drawback is you can't get up real close to the work. With close up shots of the painting, I hope I've solved that. I can honestly tell you that my artwork always looks better in person than it does on a computer screen! But thanks to good quality scanners and digital cameras, it is possible to capture excellent shots that accurately represent the essence of the work. If you fall in love with the image on your computer screen, I'm certain that you will love the real thing immensely more. But just in case, all artwork is offered satisfaction guaranteed. In the unlikely event that you are not satisfied with the piece, let me know within 14 days of receipt of the artwork. The artwork must then be returned within 7 business days via the same method to which it was sent to you. Please include insurance. I will refund the entire price of the artwork. Shipping costs are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please save your original shipping materials for the return shipping should you need it. If the painting is returned with any damage, the return claim will be invalidated.

Giclee Print, mat and framing options:

If your can't swing the original, you can get prints of this red tulips painting at Imagekind. Just follow this link. Pricing for it starts below $19 for a small print, and a jumbo sized 36" x 48" goes for less than $72! Now that's a huge print!

Giclee Prints of Red Red Tulips at Imagekind

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