Think you’ve truly seen Johannes Vermeer’s iconic Girl with a Pearl Earring? Whether you’ve stood before it at The Hague’s Mauritshuis or explored the detailed 10-billion-pixel scan previously available, there’s something unprecedented awaiting your eyes. A new 108-billion-pixel scan offers an immersive view like never before. Dive in and discover if you can genuinely claim to have experienced Vermeer’s masterpiece!
This cutting-edge scan showcases an astonishing resolution where each pixel measures just 1.3 microns! Intrigued about the tech behind this marvel? Discover the story behind the fascinating endeavor by Hirox Europe, the pioneers who produced this detailed image over an intense 88-hour scanning process.
Intriguingly, beyond capturing the flat beauty, this scan has also led to a remarkable 3D representation. Imagine experiencing Vermeer’s textures and brushstrokes in a physical 3D print a hundred times the size of the original painting. It’s an astonishing journey from two-dimensional canvas to a tangible sensation, adding new depth to the beloved “Mona Lisa of the North.”
Explore this technological wonder further with a topographical examination of the painting’s finest details. The eyes, the reflective pearl, and even folds of the turban reveal stories untold. However, the girl’s identity remains as enigmatic as ever. Ready for a closer look? Experience the groundbreaking 108-billion-pixel scan here.
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Based in Seoul, Colin Marshall writes extensively on urban life, language, and culture. Dive into his projects, including the Substack newsletter Books on Cities and his book The Stateless City: a Walk through 21st-Century Los Angeles. Follow him on the platform formerly known as Twitter: @colinmarshall.
