{"title":"Jan Vermeer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Jan Vermeer collection, where you can delve into the enchanting world of a masterful artist. Jan Vermeer, also known as Johannes Vermeer, was a Dutch painter renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and captivating use of light. While he left behind a relatively small body of work, his paintings are celebrated for their intriguing compositions and exquisite portrayal of everyday life in the 17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore titles like \u003cem\u003eWonderland\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that offers a deep dive into the fascinating intersections of art, culture, and history as seen through the lens of Vermeer's masterpieces. These books provide insightful perspectives on the era Vermeer lived in and reveal the enduring impact of his artistic legacy on the world today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an art enthusiast or new to Vermeer’s work, these books will open your eyes to the beauty and complexity that define his contributions to arts and culture. Discover the subtle genius of Jan Vermeer and see why he continues to inspire artists, historians, and audiences around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wonderland-by-jan-vermeer-9783961715107","title":"Wonderland","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWonderland\u003c\/em\u003e is a unique coffee table book that takes the reader into the fascinating world of mushrooms. Dutch photographer Jan Vermeer embarked on this incomparable project after being captivated by the beauty of two toadstools in his garden. Equipped with his camera, he set off on a mushroom hunt, capturing pictures in intoxicating colours and shapes of the most extraordinary and sometimes very rare specimens. He has compiled the most beautiful shots in his photo book, \u003cem\u003eWonderland\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVermeer took all the pictures for \u003cem\u003eWonderland\u003c\/em\u003e in the Netherlands, making the book not only an artistic work of microphotography but also an important document and archive of nature and the forest in its present state. In short but informative texts, the author describes the wealth of forms of his plant photographic models, their usefulness in medicine, and the dangers posed by fungi. He explains the symbiosis between fungi and trees and devotes special attention to slime moulds. In entertaining words, Vermeer shares the challenges he faced as a nature photographer in this ambitious project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWonderland\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys mushroom picking, is intrigued by this little wonder of nature, or is fascinated by the unique symbiosis with which mushrooms connect with their environment. The text is available in both English and German.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jan Vermeer is a professional photographer from the Netherlands. He has visited over 50 countries including Antarctica, Iceland, Congo, Namibia, and the unique atoll Aldabra in the Indian Ocean. His photographs have received accolades in prestigious photo contests such as the BBC Wildlife of the Year Contest. His latest project on mushrooms is published worldwide in magazines like National Geographic and BBC Wildlife magazine, among others. For Jan, the most important thing is to show the beauty of the natural world in its purest form. As he states, \"I want to evoke awe and reverence.\" He believes that only by doing this will there be a future for our children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelling Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA surprising, up-close insight into the world of mushrooms! LSD for the eyes - Intoxicating colours, incredible shapes, and fascinating details!\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor everyone who wants to marvel at the magnificent diversity of nature!\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeaturing short, exciting texts on the richness of colours and forms of fungi, the complex system of symbiosis, dangers posed by fungi, and their usefulness in medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes 150 colour illustrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47253519925484,"sku":"9783961715107","price":99.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15278653483598.jpg?v=1769473555"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jan-vermeer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}