Johannes Vermeer was married to his wife Catharina Bolnes. She was a Catholic woman, as mentioned in Vermeer’s Wikipedia bio.

They took their wedding vows at a nearby village of Schipluiden. History suggests Vermeer did convert himself to Catholics after the marriage.

His wife Bones hailed from a wealthy family. She had given birth to 15 children, four of whom were buried without being baptized.

The names of 10 of Vermeer’s kids are; Maertge, Elisabeth, Cornelia, Aleydis, Beatrix, Johannes, Gertruyd, Franciscus, Catharina, and Ignatius.

There are very little historical data available about the family. However, researchers claim most of his kids’ names carry a religious connotation.

“’Cause the last time that we talked seems like forever, and ever” – Niall Horan

Girl Reading a Letter at an Open Window – Johannes Vermeer pic.twitter.com/OXUu4JCrQD

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