On view in Room 15 until March 31, 2025

Girl with a Pearl Earring

Johannes Vermeer, 1665

Often referred to as the "Mona Lisa of the North," Girl with a Pearl Earring is one of the most celebrated paintings of the Dutch Golden Age. This captivating portrait by Johannes Vermeer depicts a young woman in exotic clothing, her head turned toward the viewer, lips slightly parted, and eyes filled with an enigmatic expression.

A close-up oil painting of a young woman with fair skin, wearing a blue and yellow turban and a large pearl earring. She gazes over her shoulder toward the viewer with wide eyes and slightly parted lips. The dark background contrasts with the soft light illuminating her face, enhancing her delicate features

A large-scale oil painting depicting a group of armed militiamen, led by Captain Frans Banning Cocq dressed in black with a red sash. The soldiers are captured in motion, some holding weapons while others engage in conversation. A young girl in a golden dress stands out among the darkly clad figures. Strong contrasts of light and shadow create depth and movement in the scene.

A Baroque oil painting showing a group of men in 17th-century attire gathered around a dissecting table. Dr. Nicolaes Tulp, dressed in black with a white collar, demonstrates the anatomy of a corpse’s arm while the observers lean in with focused expressions. A large open book rests nearby, and dramatic lighting highlights the figures and the pale body against a dark background.

A lively oil painting showing a multi-generational Dutch family gathered around a table, engaged in music, drinking, and laughter. An elderly man sings while a child mimics him on a small pipe. Scattered objects like an overturned glass and a peeled lemon suggest indulgence. Expressive faces and vibrant colors add energy to the scene, conveying a moral lesson about how children imitate their elders.

A Baroque oil painting featuring mythological nymphs with flowing hair and soft, glowing skin, elegantly filling a large cornucopia with an abundance of fruits and flowers. The figures are surrounded by lush greenery, with a detailed landscape in the background. Warm, rich colors and dramatic lighting enhance the sense of opulence and natural beauty.