Step into the 17th century
The Milkmaid
by Johannes Vermeer, ca. 1660
Have your picture taken as Vermeer’s The Milkmaid or Girl with a Pearl Earring, as Rembrandt or as William of Orange (by Adriaen Thomasz Key) in our spectacular 3D photo set. You can play the starring role in any one of these remarkable paintings. Step straight into the 17th century, wearing one of a dozen costumes that have been replicated in meticulous detail, surrounded by real 17th century props, and be transformed into a portrait of a Dutch masterpiece.
This will become your most cherished memory of Amsterdam. Fees start at €95.
We are closed from 18 August to 4 September 2023.
Willem van Oranje
Based on Adriaen Thomasz Key,ca .1580
Selfportrait with two circles
Based on Rembrandt,ca .1665
Girl with a Pearl Earring
Based on Johannes Vermeer,ca .1665
Portrait of couple
Based on the 17th Century paintings
Willem van Oranje
Based on Adriaen Thomasz Key,ca .1580
Portrait of a Scolar
Based on Rembrandt,ca .1660
Individual portrait
Based on the 17th Century paintings
Group portrait
Based on the City Guard Portraits
Individual portrait
Inspired by the 17th century
Portrait *
1 x 1 photo, 1 person, 1 print2 x 1 photo, 1 person, 1 print
15 x 20 cm15 x 20 cm
€ 95€ 190
Group portrait **
1 photo, 2 people, 2 prints1 photo, 3 people, 3 prints1 photo, 4 people, 3 prints1 photo, 5 people, 3 prints1 photo, 6 people, 3 prints1 photo, 7 people, 3 prints1 photo, 8 people, 3 prints
* In costume(s) & set of your choice.* Price for bigger groups on request.
15 x 20 cm
15 x 20 cm
15 x 20 cm
15 x 20 cm
15 x 20 cm
15 x 20 cm
15 x 20 cm
€ 190€ 285€ 380€ 475€ 570€ 665€ 760
In our professional photo studio, we have completely recreated the background of the world-famous painting The Milkmaid by Johannes Vermeer in spectacular 3D.It took months to recreate the painting in every detail. The famous Vermeer light, Vermeer’s linear perspective, the table with bread and the jugs, the characteristic leaded window, the beautiful wall
in the background – everything has been imitated precisely. The pottery, including the famous jug, and all Delft Blue tiles even date back to the 17th century.
You will not find such a perfect recreation of Vermeer’s kitchen anywhere else in the world.
17th century costumes
A team of experienced and talented dressmakers worked exhaustively to perfect the dozens of 17th-century costumes. The old Dutch masterpieces have been extensively studied and replicated in every detail. This is how we became a Dutch costume photo studio in Amsterdam. Rembrandt’s iconic 17th-century millstone ruff is indistinguishable from the real thing. The Milkmaid’s cap is even made from original 17th-century fabric!
The costumes are available in different sizes (from 4 years).
Dutch masterscollection
Inside the 19th-century building of The Milkmaid Project, you will find an impressive collection of rare objects from the 17th century on display. In fact, it’s like a small museum dedicated to Johannes Vermeer.
Our small ‘Vermeer Museum’ houses dozens of rare 17th-century utensils, including an original bench, unusual etchings, cooking pots, books, pewter spoons, glassware and various coins. You’ll really feel like you are back in the 17th century for a moment.
Delft blue tiles
The Milkmaid Project has a large collection of Delft Blue cupid tiles from the 17th century. They are the same Delft Blue tiles as depicted in Vermeer’s Milkmaid. Some are for sale; prices range from €60 to €200. A tile souvenir will make your visit to The Milkmaid Project complete.
Framing
We are happy to frame your 17th century portrait while you wait. The Milkmaid Project has more than a hundred new museum frames and beautiful original golden frames from the 19th century. Prices range from €25 to €350.
AMSTERDAM
The Milkmaid Project, 17th century portraits photostudio is in the centre of Amsterdam on the Nieuwe Leliestraat, across the street from the Anne Frank House and the Westerkerk (where Rembrandt is buried). The 19th-century building at number 14 is right in the heart of the Jordaan, Amsterdam’s most famous neighbourhood. You can find restaurants and bars on every corner around the Milkmaid Project, and most are open from 10:00.
Opening hoursTuesday till Sunday: 11:00 - 18:30h
AddressThe Milkmaid ProjectNieuwe Leliestraat 14-H, AMSTERDAM
Phonenumber+31 (0)6 54 36 41 66
Emailmoc.tcejorpdiamklim%40ofni
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