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Young Woman with a Water Jug, c. 1662 (oil on canvas)
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Young Woman with a Water Jug, c. 1662 (oil on canvas)
3469005 Young Woman with a Water Jug, c.1662 (oil on canvas) by Vermeer, Jan (Johannes) (1632-75); 40.6x45.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: La Jeune Femme a l Aiguiere, dit anciennement La Dame a la fenetre; ); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 18261427
© Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA / Bridgeman Images
Aiguiere Calm Carpet Domesticity Dutch Golden Age Dutch Interior Golden Age Harmony Linen Pearls Tranquil Tranquility Washing Femme
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This print showcases Vermeer's masterpiece, "Young Woman with a Water Jug" painted around 1662. The oil on canvas painting measures 40.6x45.7 cm and is housed in the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. Also known as "La Jeune Femme a l Aiguiere" or "The Lady at the Window" this Dutch Baroque artwork exudes tranquility and domesticity. In this scene, we see a young woman standing near an open window inside her home. She holds a water jug delicately while gazing out into the world beyond. The linen drapes gently billow in the soft light that streams through the window, creating an atmosphere of serenity and harmony. Vermeer masterfully captures every detail within this intimate space: from the carpet beneath her feet to the meticulously arranged jewelry box nearby. The woman's expression reflects calmness and contentment as she goes about her daily chores during the Dutch Golden Age. This painting epitomizes domestic life during that era - cleanliness, orderliness, and attention to detail were highly valued virtues for women of society. Pearls adorn her neck, symbolizing wealth and refinement. Vermeer's ability to capture light and create depth is evident throughout his work, making it truly mesmerizing to behold even centuries later. This print serves as a reminder of Vermeer's genius and allows us to appreciate his contribution to art history from anywhere in the world.
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