The blue sweep of Van Gogh’s sky, Klimt’s gold patterns, a face turning towards you in a Vermeer. Some pictures catch your eye straight away; others take a little time. Look through the collection and see which one you would like to live with.
Johannes VermeerGirl with a Pearl Earring
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In Van Gogh’s The Starry Night, follow the pale curves across the blue, then look down at the little village. Does the sky hold your attention, or do you come back to the dark cypress? Spend a moment with The Starry Night.
Look at the faces in Klimt’s The Kiss, then let your eye wander through the robes and flowers. It is a different picture when you stop following the figures and start noticing the ornament. Look closer at The Kiss.
With Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, the smallest marks of light matter: a lip, an eye, the earring. Notice how the dark background leaves the face so much room. Meet Vermeer’s girl.
