Is it a cautionary tale of vanity? A prompt for introspection? Art historians are still weighing the evidence. Johannes Vermeer, Woman Holding a Balance by Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris
A well-dressed artist paints Clio, the muse of history, but as with any Vermeer, the real subject here is light. Johannes Vermeer, The Art of Painting by Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris
This gorgeous painting is rich in color—and with possibility. Can the woman stay sober? Will the man succeed? Johannes Vermeer, The Glass of Wine by Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris
She opens a window, but this girl is forever trapped inside. Vermeer lends her everyday ritual a timeless quality. Johannes Vermeer, Young Woman with a Water ... by Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris
This enigmatic character study was dubbed the “Dutch Mona Lisa.” The turban and pearl add a touch of the exotic. Johannes Vermeer, Girl with a Pearl Earring by Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris