Johannes and Catherina Vermeer had many children; many of their children lived to adulthood. We do not have the names of any descendants of Johannes Vermeer. Still, we know that many of his children survived and had children; Johannes Vermeer should have some direct descendants who are living today. Many of his direct descendants may…
One of the greatest Dutch artists to ever live was Johannes Vermeer. His wife, Catherina and Johannes Vermeer have an exciting story. Johannes and Catherina Vermeer had 11 children, and 7 of them lived to adulthood. Although he had a large family, we assume his wife and children sat as a model for some of…
Johannes Vermeer is often considered a Renaissance artist; it can be confusing about precisely what art movement he is part of. Johannes Vermeer is not a Renaissance artist but is considered a Baroque artist. He is usually referred to as a Dutch Baroque artist and painter in the Dutch Golden Age Era. Johannes Vermeer’s paintings…
One of Johanne Vermeer’s most iconic paintings is the Girl With A Pearl Earring. The Girl With A Pearl Earring is one of Vermeer’s paintings that most people recognize. Johannes Vermeer’s Girl With A Pearl Earring is a priceless work of art. The painting is at the Muaritshuis Museum and would never be sold, but…
When we look at great artists, the name Rembrandt comes to mind, and Caravaggio. Both men are great artists who influenced others. The Italian artist Caravaggio influenced many Baroque artists. Even though he never met Rembrandt, and Rembrandt had not personally seen it in any of his paintings, Caravaggio still influenced Rembrandt; Caravaggio influenced how…
Rembrandt is one of the most famous painters who has ever lived. Rembrandt’s life is filled with many interesting facts. Like many artists who have lived, their lives and art make a fascinating history. Rembrandt was not only an exceptional artist but also had quite a fascinating history filled with interesting facts. 20 of our…
Like many other great artists, such as Michelangelo, Titian, and Raphael, Rembrandt is known by only his first name. We are not sure why Rembrandt is known by only his first name, but from 1633 until he died in 1669, he signed his art as “Rembrandt.” Before this, he had several other ways that he…
Growing up, I remember my mother had a reproduction Van Gogh painting in our kitchen of one of Vincent van Gogh’s sunflower paintings. His sunflower painting is some of his most famous paintings and what many people know him for. We know that Vincent van Gogh loved Sunflowers, so it is no surprise that he…
Today Vincent Van Gogh is one of the most popular Post-impressionist painters ever to live. Van Gogh is always listed in the top ten artists to have ever lived. Vincent Van Gogh was not widely known or appreciated during his lifetime. Vincent Van Gogh died too young. His style and type of work, including techniques,…
An artist’s use of materials can directly influence their style of painting. This was particularly true with Vincent Van Gogh and his unique painting style. Vincent Van Gogh used fascinating mark-marking techniques to use materials for his drawings and other media. Van Gogh used pencils, pens, ink, and paints. He also had unique brushstrokes in…