Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Global Connections in Vermeer's Hat

Chapter 1 What's Book Vermeer's Hat<br> <br> "Vermeer's Hat: The Seventeenth Century and the Dawn of the Global World" by Timothy Brook is a historical book that explores the interconnectedness of the world in the seventeenth century through the analysis of the objects depicted in the paintings of Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer. The book delves into the global trade networks and cultural exchanges that existed during this time period, shedding light on how seemingly mundane objects can reveal a complex web of connections between different parts of the world. Through a series of case studies, Brook demonstrates how these objects...