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The Woman in the Lute - Painting by Johannes Vermeer (Vermeer de Delft) (1632-1675)
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The Woman in the Lute - Painting by Johannes Vermeer (Vermeer de Delft) (1632-1675)
XEE5033354 The Woman in the Lute - Painting by Johannes Vermeer (Vermeer de Delft) (1632-1675), oil on canvas, circa 1663, 51, 4x45, 7 cm. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York by Vermeer, Jan (Johannes) (1632-75); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The Woman in the Lute - Painting by Johannes Vermeer (Vermeer de Delft) (1632-1675), oil on canvas, circa 1663, 51, 4x45, 7 cm. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York); Stefano Bianchetti; Dutch, out of copyright
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The Woman in the Lute
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is a captivating painting by Johannes Vermeer, one of the most renowned Dutch artists of all time. Created around 1663, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 51.4x45.7 cm and is currently housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. In this enchanting scene, Vermeer portrays a young woman engrossed in playing the lute, a popular musical instrument during the Baroque era. Her delicate fingers gracefully pluck the strings while her eyes are fixed on the sheet music before her. The room she occupies is adorned with luxurious furnishings and exquisite Flemish-style carpeting, reflecting the opulence associated with bourgeois society. A large geographical map hangs on the wall behind her, symbolizing exploration and knowledge. It serves as a reminder that even within her refined surroundings, there exists an entire world waiting to be discovered. Vermeer's meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout this work; from capturing every strand of hair falling gently across her face to rendering each intricate pattern on her clothing with precision. The soft lighting streaming through a nearby window adds depth and warmth to the composition. "The Woman in the Lute" not only showcases Vermeer's technical brilliance but also invites viewers into an intimate moment frozen in time. It allows us to appreciate both his mastery as an artist and his ability to capture human emotion effortlessly.
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