In 'Haarlem by Night - the iconic charm of
'The Girl with the Pearl Earring' reinterpreted and transported to modern Haarlem.
The woman in the portrait looks over her shoulder, her eyes caught in a moment of quiet contemplation, as if probing the soul of the city itself. Her gaze is fixed on Haarlem's skyline, which is subtly but unmistakably present in the background.
The pearl in her ear catches a glimpse of the urban light, a nod to the original masterpiece. This artwork is not only a tribute to classical beauty, but also a love letter to the city of Haarlem, captured in the silence of the night.
For Floris van den Oever, staying with his grandparents was like living in a candy shop. As both fervent art collectors and fervent art lovers, their house was hung full with art that struck the young Floris with wonder. His adult passion for art is thus no coincidence... Read more…