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Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions - Girl with a Pearl Earring: Dutch Paintings from the Mauritshuis

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Housed in a splendid 17th-century palace in The Hague, the Royal Picture Gallery Mauritshuis is home to some of the world’s most beloved paintings—including Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring—and has become a destination for art enthusiasts from around the world. This engaging, accessible companion volume to a long-awaited exhibition guides readers through the highlights of the collection as if they were wandering the historic rooms themselves. A lavish plate section features 35 works, each accompanied by texts that explore its historical provenance and individual significance. Curatorial essays describe the building’s founder, Count Johan Maurits, and his experience as a Dutch colonist in the New World; the formation of the collection; and also recent discoveries about the materials and techniques employed by these great artists. Fans of Vermeer’s iconic masterpiece will delight in discovering that it is one of many beautiful artworks in the Mauritshuis’s elegant rooms.

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Experience the wonder of Dutch art with the magnificent book "Girl with a Pearl Earring: Dutch Paintings from the Mauritshuis." This captivating volume takes you on a virtual tour through the prestigious Royal Picture Gallery Mauritshuis in The Hague, where the world's most cherished paintings, including Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring, reside.

Immerse yourself in the rich history and artistry of the collection as if you were strolling through the actual historic rooms. With 35 awe-inspiring works brought to life through vivid plates, each accompanied by insightful commentary, you'll uncover the hidden stories behind these masterpieces. Discover the intriguing provenance and individual significance of each painting, and gain a deeper understanding of the techniques and materials used by these legendary artists.

Delve into the fascinating tale of Count Johan Maurits, the visionary founder of the Mauritshuis, and his experiences as a Dutch colonist in the New World. Unearth the secrets behind the formation of this remarkable collection, and be among the first to learn about groundbreaking revelations that shed new light on the artists' creative processes.

For fans of Vermeer's iconic Girl with a Pearl Earring, this book will open your eyes to a world of astonishing beauty right within the walls of the Mauritshuis. Prepare to be captivated by the elegant rooms that house this mesmerizing artwork and rediscover the allure of Dutch painting like never before.

Join us on this extraordinary journey and explore the breathtaking wonders of the Mauritshuis through "Girl with a Pearl Earring: Dutch Paintings from the Mauritshuis." Get your hands on this enchanting book today!

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