Vermeer: The Complete Works

Vermeer: The Complete Works

Infallible eye: From domestic details to mysterious glances, Johannes Vermeer transformed oil paint into life

His works have prompted a New York Times bestseller; a film starring Scarlett Johansson and Colin Firth; record visitor numbers at art institutions from Amsterdam to Washington, DC; and special crowd-control measures at the Mauritshuis, The Hague, where thousands flock to catch a glimpse of the enigmatic and enchanting Girl with a Pearl Earring, also known as the â€œDutch Mona Lisaâ€.

In his lifetime, however, the fame of Johannes Vermeer (1632â€“1675) barely extended beyond his native Delft and a small circle of patrons. After his death, his name was largely forgotten, except by a few Dutch art collectors and dealers. Outside of Holland, his works were even misattributed to other artists. It was not until the mid-19th century that Vermeer came to the attention of the international art world, which suddenly looked upon his narrative minutiae, meticulous textural detail, and majestic planes of light, spotted a genius, and never looked back.

This XL edition brings together the complete catalog of Vermeerâ€™s work, presenting the calm yet compelling scenes so treasured in galleries across Europe and the United States into one monograph of utmost reproduction quality. With brand new photography of many works, Vermeerâ€™s restrained but richly evocative repertoire of domestic actions â€” ranging from letter writing to music making to preparations in the kitchen â€” unfolds in a generous format, including three fold-out spreads. Numerous details emphasize the artistâ€™s remarkable ability not only to bear witness to the trends and trimmings of the Dutch Golden Age but also to encapsulate an entire story in just one transient gesture, expression, or look.
Country USA
Brand Taschen
Manufacturer Taschen America Llc
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber YES18103228
UnitCount 1
EANs 9783836536417
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Taschen
Manufacturer	Taschen America Llc
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	YES18103228
UnitCount	1
EANs	9783836536417
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Vermeer: The Complete Works

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