Johannes Vermeer
Painter

Johannes Vermeer Net Worth

Johannes Vermeer was a Dutch Golden Age painter born on October 31, 1632 in Delft, Netherlands. He is renowned for his paintings of middle-class domestic life and his masterful use of light and color. After his death, Vermeer fell into obscurity until the 19th century when he was rediscovered and praised as one of the greatest painters of the Dutch Golden Age.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 31, 1632
Birth Place Delft, Netherlands
Age 387 YEARS OLD
Died On Dec 15, 1675 (age 43)
Birth Sign Scorpio

💰 Net worth: $200 million (2024)

About

Dutch Golden Age Painter known for his images of middle-class domestic life and for his exquisite use of light and color. He fell into obscurity following his death, only to be rediscovered in the 19th century, gaining the reputation for being one of the Dutch Golden Age's greatest Painters.

Before Fame

His source of training remained unclear to historians, with some saying he was taught by Carel Fabritius and others claiming Abraham Bloemaert. He emulated the style of the Utrecht Carravagists at times.

Trivia

His painting Girl with a Pearl Earring, believed to be completed around 1665, is widely considered one of the most important works of the Dutch Golden Age.

Family Life

He was born in Delft, and his father was a silk worker and art dealer. He had 14 children with his wife, Catharina Bolenes.

Associated With

A contemporary of the great Rembrandt van Rijn, both Dutch masters have work on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.

Some Johannes Vermeer images

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