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A Lady Standing at the Virginals, c1670-1672, (c1950). Creator: Jan Vermeer
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A Lady Standing at the Virginals, c1670-1672, (c1950). Creator: Jan Vermeer
A Lady Standing at the Virginals, c1670-1672, (c1950). A Young Woman standing at a Virginal, painting in the National Gallery, London. Domestic scene lit with daylight, showing the rich silk of the womans dress. From The Outline of Art, edited by Sir William Orpen. [George Newnes Limited, London, c1950]
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This print captures the essence of Jan Vermeer's masterpiece, "A Lady Standing at the Virginals" painted between 1670 and 1672. The image, taken in the 1950s, showcases a young woman gracefully positioned next to a harpsichord in a domestic setting bathed in natural daylight. Her sumptuous silk dress shimmers with opulence as it catches the light, adding an air of elegance to the scene. Vermeer's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke of this oil painting. The composition exudes tranquility and harmony as the lady delicately plays an instrument that was popular during the seventeenth century - known as a virginal or clavecin - producing enchanting music that fills the room. The Dutch artist's ability to capture light and its effect on various textures is masterful. In this particular work, he skillfully portrays how sunlight dances upon silk fabric while casting gentle shadows throughout the interior space. This interplay between light and shadow adds depth and realism to Vermeer's portrayal of everyday life. As we gaze upon this timeless artwork through this vintage print from "The Outline of Art" edited by Sir William Orpen, we are transported back centuries ago into Vermeer's world. It serves as a reminder of his genius and enduring legacy within art history.
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