Vermeer

• English edition

• Product Type: Monograph, Hardcover
• 96 pages, with 100 illustrations
• Publication Date: January 26, 2016
• Shipping Dimensions: 10.2 × 8.3 × 0.6 inches
  (25.9 × 21.1 × 1.5 cm)
• Shipping Weight: 1.24 lb (19.8 oz; 562 g)
• SKU010003173 | ISBN: 9783836504898

Norbert Schneider is professor emeritus of Art History at the University of Karlsruhe. His research focuses on art history of the Middle Ages and early modern times (and the history of genres of painting), the methodology of art studies, and the history of philosophy. His numerous books include TASCHEN’s Still Life and Vermeer.

Johannes Vermeer (1632–1675) stands as one of the most enigmatic figures in art history. Little is known about his life, adding an air of mystery to his extraordinary body of work. Born and based in Delft, the Netherlands, Vermeer was a master of light, composition, and meticulous detail.

Vermeer's paintings offer glimpses into everyday life, often featuring domestic scenes, intimate interiors, and female subjects engaged in daily activities. His exceptional ability to capture the effects of light and create a sense of stillness and serenity in his compositions has earned him admiration and acclaim.

Despite producing a relatively small number of paintings during his lifetime, Vermeer's works, such as "Girl with a Pearl Earring" and "The Milkmaid," continue to captivate audiences with their exquisite beauty and technical skill. His subtle use of color, attention to texture, and masterful handling of light and shadow have solidified his reputation as one of the greatest Dutch painters of the Golden Age.

Although Vermeer's life remains shrouded in mystery, his artistic legacy endures, and his paintings continue to inspire awe and fascination in viewers around the world.

Since its inception in 1985, the Taschen's Basic Art Series has evolved into the most successful collection of art books ever published. Each book in TASCHEN's Basic Art History series boasts around 100 color illustrations accompanied by explanatory captions, a detailed and illustrated introduction, and a carefully curated selection of the epoch's most significant works. These works are presented on a two-page spread, featuring a full-page image alongside an interpretation, as well as a portrait and a concise biography of the artist.

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