The image below shows a reasonable hypothesis of Vermeer's underpainting as conceived by the author of this site, Jonathan Janson.

Jonathan Janson
2002
45 x 40 cm.
Hallmark art collection, St. Loius
The image below shows a reasonable hypothesis of Vermeer's underpainting as conceived by the author of this site, Jonathan Janson.

The complete guide to Vermeer’s materials, artistry and painting techniques