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Germany, Dresden, Girl Reading Letter by open window, 1657, oil on canvas
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Germany, Dresden, Girl Reading Letter by open window, 1657, oil on canvas
Johannes or Jan Vermeer (1632-1675), A Girl Reading a Letter by an Open Window, 1657, oil on canvas, 83x64, 5 cm
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17th Century 17th Century Style Communication Contemplation Correspondence Curtain Domestic Room Dress Germany Mystery Nostalgia Oil Painting One Young Woman Only Reading Sadness Sunlight Three Quarter Length Window Jan Vermeer
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This print captures a moment frozen in time, transporting us back to 17th century Germany. Painted by the renowned artist Johannes or Jan Vermeer, "Girl Reading Letter by Open Window" is an exquisite oil on canvas masterpiece that evokes a sense of mystery and contemplation. The scene unfolds in a domestic room bathed in warm sunlight streaming through an open window. A young woman stands near the window, her figure elegantly framed by billowing curtains. She holds a letter delicately in her hands, engrossed in its contents. Her expression reveals both sadness and nostalgia, as if she is lost deep within her thoughts. Vermeer's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke of this painting. The girl's dress exudes timeless elegance with its intricate folds and rich colors. The composition emphasizes the verticality of the artwork, drawing our eyes upward towards the open window and beyond. This painting invites us to ponder upon themes of communication and correspondence during a simpler time when letters were cherished means of connection. It speaks volumes about human emotions - longing, curiosity, and perhaps even heartache. As we gaze at this remarkable piece from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported into another era where beauty lies not only within the physical world but also within one's own contemplative mind.
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