The Girl with a Pearl Earring, c.1665/66 by Johannes Vermeer, van Delft
Canvas Print - 1071-VVD
Location: Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery, The Hague, NetherlandsOriginal Size: 46.5 x 40 cm
Giclée Canvas Print | $48.01 USD
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*Max printing size: 41.3 x 35.6 in
*Max framing size: Long side up to 28"
"The Girl with a Pearl Earring" will be custom-printed for your order using the latest giclée printing technology. This technique ensures that the Canvas Print captures an exceptional level of detail, showcasing vibrant and vivid colors with remarkable clarity.
Our use of the finest quality, fine-textured canvas lends art reproductions a painting-like appearance. Combined with a satin-gloss coating, it delivers exceptional print outcomes, showcasing vivid colors, intricate details, deep blacks, and impeccable contrasts. The canvas structure is also highly compatible with canvas stretching frames, further enhancing its versatility.
To ensure proper stretching of the artwork on the stretcher-bar, we add additional blank borders around the printed area on all sides.
Our printing process utilizes cutting-edge technology and employs the Giclée printmaking method, ensuring exceptional quality. The colors undergo independent verification, guaranteeing a lifespan of over 100 years.
Please note that there are postal restrictions limiting the size of framed prints to a maximum of 28 inches along the longest side of the painting. If you desire a larger art print, we recommend utilizing the services of your local framing studio.
*It is important to mention that the framing option is unavailable for certain paintings, such as those with oval or round shapes.
If you select a frameless art print of "The Girl with a Pearl Earring" by Vermeer, it will be prepared for shipment within 48 hours. However, if you prefer a framed artwork, the printing and framing process will typically require approximately 7-8 days before it is ready to be shipped.
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Painting Information
"The Girl with a Pearl Earring" is an iconic oil painting created by the Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer around the year 1665. The painting is also known as the "Mona Lisa of the North" or the "Dutch Mona Lisa". It is renowned for its exquisite portrayal of a young woman wearing a pearl earring, set against a dark background. While the painting itself is captivating, its history and the mysteries surrounding it make it even more intriguing. The painting showcases Vermeer's exceptional use of light, shadow, and color, creating a sense of depth and realism.
The identity of the girl in the painting remains uncertain. Speculations range from suggestions that she could be Vermeer's daughter or a maid in his household to the possibility that she might represent a fictional or allegorical figure. Vermeer often used models from his immediate surroundings, adding to the enigma surrounding the girl's identity.
For many years, "The Girl with a Pearl Earring" was not widely recognized or celebrated. It was only in the 19th century that interest in Vermeer's work grew, and the painting received more attention. However, it wasn't until the 20th century that the painting gained significant fame and became one of Vermeer's most beloved and recognized works.
Over the years, "The Girl with a Pearl Earring" has undergone multiple technical analyses and conservation efforts to better understand Vermeer's techniques and preserve the artwork. In 1994, the painting was meticulously cleaned, revealing its true colors and intricate details.
The painting's striking imagery has had a lasting impact on popular culture. It has been referenced and reproduced in various forms, including in literature, music, and film. In 2003, a film adaptation of Tracy Chevalier's novel, titled "Girl with a Pearl Earring," was released, further contributing to the painting's widespread recognition.
Despite the lack of concrete information about the painting's subject and the artist's intentions, "The Girl with a Pearl Earring" continues to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty and allure. Its enigmatic nature and the aura of mystery surrounding it have solidified its place as one of the most fascinating and iconic works of art in history.
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