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The Corresponence of James McNeil Whistler

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Jan Van Vermeer, 1632-1675

Nationality: Dutch
Date of Birth: 1632
Place of Birth: Delft
Date of Death: 1675
Place of Death: Delft

Identity:

Jan Van der Meer, called Vermeer, was an artist, painter of portraits and interiors.

Life:

He was 'rediscovered' by Thoré-Burger, a friend of Whistler, who published articles praising his work.

Bibliography:

Bénézit, E., Dictionnaire des Peintres, Sculpteurs, Dessinateurs et Graveurs, 8 vols, Paris, 1956-61; The Grove Dictionary of Art Online, ed. L. Macy, http://www.groveart.com (accessed 2004).