Artist: Johannes Vermeer
Style: Baroque
Date: 1665
Size: 45 x 39 cm
Museum: Mauritshuis (The Hague, Netherlands)
Technique: Oil On Canvas
Discover The History Of This Iconic Painting
The Girl With A Pearl Earring, also known as 'Meisje met de parel' in Dutch, is an oil painting by the renowned Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer. This masterpiece was created around 1665 and has been a subject of fascination for art enthusiasts worldwide. The Girl With A Pearl Earring is currently housed at the prestigious Mauritshuis (The Hague, Netherlands), which boasts an impressive collection of 854 objects, mostly Dutch Golden Age paintings. This painting has also earned the nicknames 'the Mona Lisa of the North' and 'the Dutch Mona Lisa'.
A Tronie By Johannes Vermeer
According to recent research, The Girl With A Pearl Earring is a 'Tronie', a term used in the 17th century for paintings that focused on facial expressions. This painting showcases Vermeer's exceptional ability to capture light and shadow, resulting in a captivating and enigmatic portrait of an unknown girl.
A Timeless Masterpiece
This iconic painting has inspired various literary and cinematic treatments, including the novel 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' by Tracy Chevalier and its film adaptation. The painting's enduring appeal can be attributed to Vermeer's masterful use of color, light, and shadow, as well as the girl's mysterious gaze that invites viewers to imagine her story.
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