A New Vermeer, the Story of how an Old painting became so very New

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This is the story of one of the masterpieces of Johannes Vermeer. It has been in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister for almost three centuries, so you might wonder what is so new about it. Well, during a recent, restoration, it was found that the painting had been altered significantly over time, and more importantly, long after it had left the workshop of Vermeer.
In this video we will have a look at how and why that was done and how a very different painting emerged from the restoration, which really makes it a new Vermeer.
And of course, we will have a look at the story that the painting tells us.
In the video, I mention some videos. Here are the links to those:
for the Milkmaid:
• The Milkmaid by Vermee...
Vermeers favourite painting:
• The Art of Painting, V...
And the Sistine Madonna:
• The Story of the Most ...

[@PyronsLair]

Amazing video as always, keep going with your exciting work

[@TheTeacher1020]

Fascinating information on Vermeer! I thought I was familiar with this genius, but you have reminded me that there is always much more to learn. I always enjoy your intelligent and engaging presentations. Thank you!

[@marie-michel6594]

Thank you, we are going to the exhibition today and your videos are very helpful before and after.

[@nelsunshine]

thank you, that was delightful and informative, Helen in Liverpool

[@storiesofart]

Thank you!

[@ursulacanavan2182]

Very interesting.

[@joanneboag5993]

I so thoroughly enjoy all of your videos!! So much amazing information! I, like many people, I imagine, thought the green curtain was part of the letter reading girl's room, not a trompe l'oeil! Thank you very much for sharing your expertise and I look forward to your next video!

[@virginiaensinck5828]

Thank you so much for this wonderful explanation about the painting, Carel! I found it really fascinating 🤗 If I ever go to the Netherlands I would love to hire your services. Your videos are just amazing 😯

[@chellybub]

I am loving these videos about Vermeer 😊 thank you for sharing with us all! I hope you enjoy the exhibition.

[@dianaharrison2280]

Another excellent video revealing the layers and depth of this delightful painting. Thankyou

[@storiesofart]

Many thanks!

[@Beethoven80]

This is an outstanding analysis. I am so glad to have discovered your channel! Please keep up the great work!

[@storiesofart]

Thank you! I will!

[@guestname5141]

I have a procuress. Looks super aged.

[@guestname5141]

I need to talk to someone about it. If you want to chat. We can exchange numbers

[@DRMF254]

Thank you for this video! 👏

[@mattneale3128]

Thanks for the fascinating and informative video!

[@jetpetty1613]

I look forward to stories of art! These videos are always interesting. Btw, I think you'd make a top-tier docent 😊

[@storiesofart]

Thanks!

[@EnglishDreadnought]

Thank you very much for this video. You mentioned forged signatures used to fetch higher prices. Do you have a video discussing these practices and the results of them? Or is there another resource I can look at? Thanks again!

[@weareallblinded]

Thank you

[@storiesofart]

You're welcome

[@user-hl5mj4pd9b]

I´m sorry but from what I found the Zeuxis and Parhasius is the other way around. Zeuxis pinted the grapes and Parhasius won. Otherwise its really informative. Thank you. I find especially interesting the restorative work and how long it takes to get it done .. UAU

[@armcuts]

The Frick it is a very amazing place. Have you ever visited Carel?

[@storiesofart]

Yes it is amazing. I have visited it, but the last time was way back in 2016. I hope I get the chance to go back

[@dealp3316]

Prachtigweer.