This well-preserved, highly collectible Time-Life Library of Art hardcover edition is in pristine condition, free of any marks or signs of wear. The slipcase is tight, square, and unmarked. This edition is part of a broader series aimed at making the works of great artists accessible to a general audience, providing background on their influence, artistic techniques, and the legacy they left behind. The World of Vermeer 1632-1675 is a volume in the Time-Life Library of Art series, focusing on the life, work, and artistic context of Johannes Vermeer, a Dutch painter renowned for his mastery of light and attention to domestic interior scenes. Vermeer lived during the Dutch Golden Age, and this book explores not only his relatively small body of work but also the cultural, social, and artistic environment of the 17th century Netherlands. The book contains high-quality reproductions of Vermeer's most famous paintings, such as Girl with a Pearl Earring, The Milkmaid, and The Art of Painting. These works are noted for their exquisite use of light, color, and perspective, often depicting quiet, intimate scenes of daily life. The volume also includes detailed analysis of Vermeer’s technique, his innovative use of natural light, and the precision with which he captured textures and everyday objects.