This week, a new biography of Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer was welcomed by critics while new titles in historical fiction and folk horror, as well as a “devastating” memoir, also received acclaim.

Leaving behind just 36 exquisite, immaculately lit paintings, Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer has captivated art lovers for generations. Now, author Jane Jelley may have uncovered the artist’s secrets.

Along with Rembrandt van Rijn and Frans Hals, Johannes Vermeer (1632-1675) was a major artist during the Dutch Golden Age. He painted only about 36 pictures, and he’s mentioned in just a few written ...

A show of 76 paintings from the Leiden Collection is on display at the Norton Museum of Art in South Florida. By Joseph B. Treaster What connects a favorite Aimee Mann song, a classic memoir and a ...

Benjamin Binstock opens the Vermeer’s Daughter symposium at NYU’s Cantor Film Center on May 18. (all images by the author for Hyperallergic unless otherwise noted) Imagine for a moment that in the ...