Johannes Vermeer: SECRETS behind 'The Milkmaid' & 'The Love Letter'

Hi there! Today, we are going to tell you more about Johannes Vermeer. The famous dutch painter Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675) lived and worked in Delft. His work is best known for his tranquil, introverted indoor scenes, his unprecedented use of bright, colorful light and his convincing illusionism. Some of his famous works are The Love Letter, the Little Street, The Milkmaid and Woman Reading a Letter. In this video, we'll take you deeper into the paintings. What is the story behind the painting? What techniques were used? We cover all the relevant aspects to show you everything there is to know. February 2023, we are hosting an exposition with the works of Johannes Vermeer. You can find more information on our website here: On the channel of Rijksmuseum, you can find everything there is to know about Dutch art. The Rijksmuseum is the national museum of the Netherlands dedicated to Dutch arts and history and is l