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Famous for his interior, domestic and intimate scenes, Vermeer used bright light full of sensitivity and color.
He liked to play with nuances and perspectives, drawing inspiration from Italian Caravaggio and mastering marvelously this chiaroscuro which gives so much relief and life to his paintings.
Vermeer had learned the trade of weaver and his knowledge of fabrics is reflected in his paintings.
In his early days, he dabbled in mythological and historical scenes in large formats. He quickly turned away from these subjects to focus on the intimacy of everyday life.
Woman with a Pearl Necklace, Johannes Vermeer, c. 1662-64,
oil on canvas.
Staatliche Museen zu Berlin – Gemäldegalerie
