Officer and Laughing Girl by Johannes Vermeer. A man in a bright red coat and large black hat sits at a table in a sunlit interior, conversing with a smiling young woman.

Officer and Laughing Girl

Johannes Vermeer

1658 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A luminous Dutch Golden Age masterpiece depicting a quiet, light-filled moment of social interaction.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Library
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft gray, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted around 1658, this iconic work by Johannes Vermeer showcases the artist's unparalleled mastery of light and domestic atmosphere. An officer in a vibrant red coat sits in shadow, his large black hat creating a bold silhouette against the window, while a young woman is bathed in soft, natural light as she laughs over a glass of wine against the backdrop of a detailed wall map.

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