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Vermeer's Naughty Milkmaid

The Dutch master’s most famous painting is on display in the U.S. for the first time since World War II. Alexandra Peers on the portrait’s erotic secrets. VIEW OUR GALLERY.

Alexandra Peers
Alexandra Peers
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Alexandra Peers

Alexandra Peers

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