Woman Holding a Balance


size(cm): 50x45
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Johannes Vermeer's painting "Woman Holding a Balance" is a 17th-century masterpiece that has captivated art lovers for centuries. This work is a perfect example of the Dutch Baroque artistic style, characterized by its realism and attention to detail.

The composition of the painting is impressive, with the woman in the center of the image holding a scale in her right hand. The scale is a symbol of justice and fairness, and the woman appears to be weighing something carefully. The composition is symmetrical and balanced, with the woman in the center and two windows on each side that illuminate the scene.

Color is another prominent aspect of this painting. Vermeer used a soft, delicate color palette, with pastel shades of pink, blue, and yellow. These colors create a calm and serene atmosphere, which contrasts with the tension felt in the scene.

The history of painting is fascinating. It is believed to have been painted around 1664, and is known to have belonged to the collection of the French King Louis XIV. During the French Revolution, the painting was confiscated and sold at public auction. It then passed through several hands before being acquired by the National Museum of Art in Washington in 1937.

There are some little-known aspects of this painting that make it even more interesting. For example, it is believed that the woman in the painting could be Vermeer's wife, Catharina Bolnes. Also, the scale the woman is holding is a jewelry scale, suggesting that the woman might be weighing jewelry or coins.

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