"The Girl with a Pearl Earring" is a famous painting created by the Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer around 1665. The artwork features a young girl wearing an exotic dress and a large pearl earring, gazing over her shoulder. It is often referred to as the "Mona Lisa of the North" due to its captivating expression and use of light. The painting is notable for its masterful use of color and texture, showcasing Vermeer's skill in capturing the play of light on the girl's face and clothing. Today, it is housed in the Mauritshuis museum in The Hague, Netherlands, and continues to attract art lovers from around the world.