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Few other artists in history have had the same trajectory as Johannes Vermeer (–75), a painter who enjoyed success in the Netherlands during the 17th century, died young, fell into obscurity, and then became a superstar during the 20th century as deep-pocketed collectors in the United States and England began buying his art, spurring scholars to reappraise him. Today, more than three centuries after he was active, Vermeer is one of the most beloved artists ever to have lived.

Unlike many artists of his stature, Vermeer produced very little work (that we know of, at least). Fewer than 40 of his paintings remain, although the exact number of works he created changes according to whom you ask and as new research emerges. Paintings thought to be copies are sometimes authenticated as bona fide Vermeers, and recently a work long credited to him had its attribution stripped.

It is rare to have a large number of Vermeers in one place at th

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