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Girl with a Pearl Earring
Johannes Vermeer • c. 1665
Johannes Vermeer's luminous tronie, capturing a glance that feels both present and timeless.
On view at Mauritshuis, The Hague
Context
Likely painted during Vermeer's Delft period, the piece reflects Dutch Golden Age fascination with exotic costumes. Its striking lighting and direct gaze have made it one of the most recognizable portraits in Western art.
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