Table of Contents

Introduction Wayne Franits; 1. Johannes Vermeer: an overview of his life and stylistic development Wayne Franits; 2. Vermeer teaching himself Walter Liedtke; 3. Vermeer's craft and artistry Arthur K. Wheelock, Jr.; 4. Perspectives on women in the art of Vermeer Lisa Vergara; 5. The landscape on the wall in Vermeer Elise Goodman; 6. Vermeer on the question of love H. Rodney Nevitt, Jr.; 7. Religion in the art and life of Vermeer Valerie Hedquist; 8. Vermeer and the representation of science Klaas van Berkel; 9. Seven Vermeers: collection, reception, response Christiane Hertel; 10. The appreciation of Vermeer in twentieth-century America Arthur K. Wheelock, Jr. and Marguerite Glass.

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A systematic overview of Vermeer's life and work.

Reviews

'Fact-packed and fascinating.' Sunday Times 'Written in an expert and entertaining manner... if you love reading about art this is one for your bookshelf.' Yorkshire Gazette and Herald 'A useful collection.' Art Newspaper