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A View of Delft: Vermeer and his Contemporaries
Author: Walter Liedtke
Hardcover with dust jacket and plastic overcover - Excellent condition
"A View of Delft: Vermeer and his Contemporaries" by Walter Liedtke is a captivating exploration of the artistic milieu of 17th-century Delft, focusing on the renowned Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer and his fellow artists. Liedtke intricately weaves together historical context, artistic analysis, and cultural insights to offer readers a comprehensive understanding of Vermeer's work and its significance within the broader context of Dutch Golden Age painting. Through meticulous research and vivid descriptions, he explores the techniques, themes, and innovations that characterized Vermeer's oeuvre, while also providing illuminating glimpses into the lives and works of other painters in Delft during the same period. With rich visual references and scholarly depth, "A View of Delft" invites readers to immerse themselves in the vibrant artistic world of Vermeer and his contemporaries, offering fresh perspectives on their enduring contributions to art history.
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