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Woman Weighing Gold by Jan Vermeer
Woman Weighing Gold by Jan Vermeer (1632-1675). Date: circa 1655
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Media ID 20163599
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1650s Holds Pearls Scales Vermeer Weighing
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the timeless beauty of Old Masters art into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "Woman Weighing Gold" by Jan Vermeer, is a masterpiece of 17th-century Dutch painting. Depicting a woman in a tranquil moment as she weighs gold, this artwork is a testament to Vermeer's exceptional skill in capturing light and detail. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich colors and textures of this iconic artwork, ensuring a stunning addition to any room in your home. Experience the allure of art history with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Woman Weighing Gold by Jan Vermeer (circa 1655) Jan Vermeer's enigmatic painting, "Woman Weighing Gold," is a captivating masterpiece from the Dutch Golden Age. Painted around 1655, this exquisite work of art showcases Vermeer's exceptional skill in capturing the subtle interplay of light and shadow, as well as his keen observation of everyday life. The painting depicts a woman intently focused on the task of weighing gold on a set of delicate scales. The scales are poised precariously on a small table, with a cloth spread out beneath them to catch any spills. The woman's expression is serious and determined, her eyes fixed on the balance as she carefully holds a handful of golden coins in one hand and a pearl in the other. The setting is simple yet elegant, with a faintly glowing window casting a warm light over the scene. The woman's richly textured dress, adorned with intricate patterns and ruffles, adds a sense of opulence and wealth to the composition. The pearls and gold coins, along with the ornate gold chain around her neck, further emphasize the woman's affluence. Despite the painting's title, the true meaning of "Woman Weighing Gold" remains a mystery. Some art historians believe that the painting may be a commentary on the transient nature of wealth, while others suggest that it is a representation of the artist's wife, Catharina Bolnes, engaged in a mundane household task. Regardless of its interpretation, "Woman Weighing Gold" remains a stunning example of Vermeer's mastery of light, color, and composition.
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