A Maid Asleep

Johannes Vermeer’s painting ‘A Maid Asleep’ depicts a maid resting with her head on her hand, likely having dozed off while working. The scene is set in a domestic Dutch interior, showcasing a table draped in a vibrant rug with a still life of fruit and a jug, indicating a breakfast or meal interrupted. The use of light and shadow, along with the meticulous attention to detail, highlights Vermeer’s mastery of genre painting. The open doorway in the background adds a sense of depth and narrative intrigue, suggesting an unseen person entering the scene.