Johannes Vermeer

Johannes Vermeer was a Dutch painter from the 17th century, renowned for his masterful use of light and color. His works often depict intimate domestic scenes, featuring women engaged in everyday activities. Vermeer's meticulous attention to detail and innovative techniques, such as the use of camera obscura, contributed to the realism and depth in his paintings. Although he created only about 36 known pieces, including the famous "Girl with a Pearl Earring," his influence on art endures, celebrated for capturing the beauty of ordinary life in a way that evokes both tranquility and contemplation.