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Girl with the Red Hat
by Johannes Vermeer, 1665
MediumOil
Artwork Details
Details
- Year
- 1665
- Medium
- oil painting
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Working in oil painting, Johannes Vermeer painted this Girl with the Red Hat around 1665. The small work shows a woman in a striking red hat turning toward the viewer. Her face is softly lit, with characteristic Vermeer glow.
The vivid color and intimate scale make this a memorable portrait.
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About Girl with the Red Hat
Vermeer painted this around 1665 Johannes Vermeer created it as part of the Dutch artistic tradition.
The bright red hat creates a striking focal point against the dark background This work dates to 1665.
Vermeer's Girl with the Red Hat is painted on a small wooden panel rather than his usual canvas. The bold red hat and blue robe create a striking color contrast in this intimate close-up portrait.
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