Girl with the Red Hat
Johannes Vermeer1665Oil on panel
One of Vermeer's smallest and most intimate works. The vivid red hat dominates the composition and showcases his extraordinary ability to render light and texture with just a few strokes.
Color Mood
Vivid and theatrical. The shocking red hat against deep shadow creates an almost cinematic tension. Vermeer at his most daring with color.
National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
Primary Colors
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