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Tokyo's National Museum of Western Art holds 1 work by Johannes Vermeer (1632–1675) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Vermeer produced fewer than forty paintings in his lifetime, all of them intimate domestic interiors set in Delft, the Dutch city where he was born and died. His work was largely forgotten after his death and only rediscovered in the 19th century — today he is considered one of the supreme painters of the Dutch Golden Age.
National Museum of Western Art
Tokyo · 1 work on display
About the artist
Johannes Vermeer
Dutch · Dutch Golden Age · 1632–1675
Vermeer produced fewer than forty paintings in his lifetime, all of them intimate domestic interiors set in Delft, the Dutch city where he was born and died. His work was largely forgotten after his death and only rediscovered in the 19th century — today he is considered one of the supreme painters of the Dutch Golden Age.
Key works
Girl with a Pearl EarringThe MilkmaidWoman Reading a Letter
Frequently asked questions
How many Johannes Vermeer paintings are on display in Tokyo?
Our current data shows 1 Johannes Vermeer painting on display in Tokyo, held at the National Museum of Western Art.
Which museum in Tokyo has the most Johannes Vermeer paintings?
National Museum of Western Art holds all 1 known Johannes Vermeer work in Tokyo.
Where else can I see Johannes Vermeer's paintings?
Johannes Vermeer's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Johannes Vermeer →
Planning your visit to Tokyo
Tokyo's major art museums are in Ueno Park (Tokyo National Museum, National Museum of Western Art) and in Roppongi (Mori Art Museum, National Art Center). The Tokyo Metro is efficient and easy to navigate with an IC card. Pre-booking is essential for blockbuster exhibitions; check museum websites well in advance.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.