| The Sentry and The Goldfinch, the highlights of the exhibition, are uncontested masterpieces of Dutch painting. In The Sentry Fabritius initiated an entirely new and original treatment of light. He succeeded in conveying utter tranquillity in this sun-drenched scene with a resting soldier and his dog. Preparatory to the exhibition, “The Goldfinch” was restored in public view. The treatment included removing the discolored varnish so that the original bright colors emerged once again. Follow the restoration of The Goldfinch. MPEG films provide a weekly report of the conservator's work in progress: Legend: Carel Fabritius “The Sentry”, 1654
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