Girl with a Pearl Earring — Johannes Vermeer (c. 1665)
A turn of the head, parted lips, a single glint on a pearl. This fine-art reproduction—after Vermeer’s most celebrated tronie—captures light poured like cream over skin, a turquoise-and-ochre turban against velvety dark, and that gaze that feels at once intimate and distant. Quiet, luminous, unforgettable.
Why it captivates
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Light as subject — soft modelling (chiaroscuro) gives lifelike presence.
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The gaze — poised between invitation and mystery; endlessly readable.
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Iconic colour — cool blue and warm ochre set off the pearl’s bright accent.
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Elegant restraint — minimal setting focuses attention on face and form.
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Timeless design — simple geometry and dark ground suit any interior.
What you’ll see
A three-quarter view of a young woman turning toward the light, wearing a blue-and-ochre headscarf and pearl earring. The dark background recedes to pure atmosphere, making the skin tones glow and the pearl catch a crisp highlight. Edges are softened so the image breathes.
A richer historical frame
Painted in Delft during the Dutch Golden Age, this is not a formal portrait but a tronie—a study of character, costume, and light. Vermeer’s signature is the orchestration of quiet light and color harmony, turning a fleeting glance into lasting presence.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
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Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass.
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Preserves delicate tonal transitions with minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
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Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, sealed edge-to-edge for durability.
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Wipe-clean surface—great for classrooms, studios, and busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
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Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
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Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
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Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for long-lived colour and tone.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
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As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
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Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
841 × 710 mm (approx. 33.11 × 27.95 in)
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Orientation: Landscape (nearly square)
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Aspect ratio: ~1.185 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A0 (841 × 1189 mm) — landscape with a generous mat
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Framing tips:
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Classic: A0 frame with a mat window cut slightly undersize (e.g., ~837 × 706 mm) to overlap edges 2–3 mm.
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Contemporary: Float-mount in an A0 frame; broad margins create a calm gallery reveal.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternate aspect ratios or an added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Girl with a Pearl Earring |
| Artist/Date | Johannes Vermeer, c. 1665 |
| Movement | Dutch Golden Age / Baroque; tronie (character study) |
| Print Size | 841 mm (W) × 710 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Art lovers & collectors seeking a calm, iconic masterpiece
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Interior stylists curating elegant, light-led spaces
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Educators & galleries teaching chiaroscuro, colour harmony, and the tronie genre
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Gift-givers marking milestones with a universally admired classic
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and fidelity of your piece.
Let Vermeer’s quiet radiance transform your space—order your fine-art print today.
