"Cat with a Pearl Earring" Pixel Art Mug Jo hannes Vermeer (1632-1675) was a Dutch painter who is considered one of the greatest artists of the Dutch Golden Age, a period of Dutch art and culture in the 17th century. Vermeer was born and raised in Delft, Netherlands, where he spent most of his life. He trained as an artist in his youth and is believed to have studied with prominent Dutch painters of the time. Vermeer is best known for his intimate and meticulously detailed portraits, interiors, and genre scenes, which are characterized by their luminous colors, careful composition, and naturalistic depiction of light and shadow. His paintings often depict scenes of everyday life, such as women at work or leisure, and are notable for their sense of tranquility and quiet contemplation. Despite his exceptional talent, Vermeer was not widely recognized in his lifetime and struggled financially throughout his career. He produced relatively few paintings, with estimates ranging f...