Johannes vermeer biography book

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has secured an unprecedented 28 paintings by Johannes Vermeer for its blockbuster exhibition this month 10 February-4 June. Depending on which authority you chose to follow, there are only around three dozen paintings by the Dutch Old Master in existence. Despite the fame of works such as Girl with a Pearl Earring around , the artist remains somewhat of a mystery.

Weber, to pick five books to help anyone get to grips with the life and work of Vermeer.

Johannes vermeer biography book: This is the first

It is with the greatest respect, gratitude and appreciation for his work that we have dedicated the catalogue to him. Over the past 40 years, Blankert published several updated editions of his book. His strong connoisseurship and new and sometimes witty perspectives are exemplary for all of us. Johannes Vermeer , exhibition catalogue by Arthur K.

Wheelock Jr and Frederik J. Duparc in at the Mauritshuis in The Hague and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC is legendary and was the first time so many works by Vermeer were on display together. With our exhibition, we stand on their shoulders.