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Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675). The wine glass, c. 1658-1660
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Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675). The wine glass, c. 1658-1660
Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675). Dutch painter specialized in domestic interior scenes of middle class life. The wine glass, c. 1658-1660. Also known as The Glass of Wine or Lady and Gentleman Drinking Wine. Oil on canvas. Gemaldegalerie. Berlin. Germany
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This exquisite oil painting by the renowned Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer, titled "The Wine Glass" or "Lady and Gentleman Drinking Wine," dates back to the mid-17th century. Vermeer, a master of Dutch Baroque art, is celebrated for his meticulously detailed depictions of middle-class life. In this scene, a lady and a gentleman are shown in a tranquil domestic interior, engaged in the simple pleasure of sharing a glass of wine. The woman, dressed in an elegant headdress and a richly textured coat, sits on a high-backed chair, her hand delicately cradling the golden rim of the wine jar. The gentleman, wearing a hat and a coat with fur lining, leans forward, his arm resting on the table, as he pours the wine into her glass. The room is filled with an air of refinement and intimacy, with intricate furnishings and a musical instrument in the background. The play of light and shadow, the subtle textures, and the intricate details of the painting make it a true masterpiece of the Dutch Golden Age. This artwork is currently housed in the Gemaldegalerie in Berlin, Germany, where it continues to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty and charm.
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