VERMEER THE COMPLETE WORKS

In The Hague thousands flock to catch a glimpse of the enigmatic and enchanting Girl with a Pearl Earring, also known as the 'Dutch Mona Lisa'. In his lifetime, however, the fame of Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675) 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 details, and majestic planes of light, spotted a genius, and never looked back. Here we can appreciate at leisure here such masterworks as Lady Standing at a Virginal, The Milkmaid, A Girl Reading a Letter by an Open Window, The Girl with a Glass of Wine, Woman with a Pearl Necklace, The Love Letter, The Music Lesson, The Geographer, The Concert and all 35 of his surviving fine art pieces. This edition features the complete catalogue of Vermeer's work, presenting the calm yet compelling scenes so treasured in galleries across Europe and the United States in one monograph of utmost reproduction quality. Crisp details and essays tracing Vermeer's career illuminate his 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. Close up details show all the supreme talent and skill. Hardcover with fold-out, 25 x 34 cm, 2.74 kg, 258 pages. New from Taschen.
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