Rijksmuseum Amsterdam

Since the end of 2003 the biggest renovation and restoration work in the history of the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam has been carried out. However, some parts remain open to the public. In the Rijksmuseum’s Philips Wing you will see the crème de la crème of the museum collection. The well over 400 masterpieces on display tell the impressive tale of the political, economic and artistic wonder of Holland’s Golden Age.

Favorites on Display in Rijksmuseum Amsterdam

In addition to eighteen works by Rembrandt, all other favorite items of the public are on display in the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam. The famous 'The Kitchen Maid' by Johannes Vermeer will have prime position in the exposition. The extraordinary landscapes by Jacob van Ruisdael and Jan Steen’s depictions of daily life are also very popular with visitors. As are the famous doll’s houses, the exquisite Delftware and the stunning silverware from the Golden Age.

History of the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam

In 1800 the Rijksmuseum opened its doors for the first time in Huis Ten Bosch in The Hague. The then ‘National Art Gallery’ displayed well over 200 paintings and historical objects. In 1808 the museum moved to the Palace on Dam Square in Amsterdam. The current building has been in use since 1885. Architect Pierre Cuypers drew a historical design for the Rijksmuseum, a mix of Gothic and Renaissance styles. Masterpiece 'The Swan' by Jan Asselijn is the Rijksmuseum’s first acquisition, and was bought for a mere 100 Dutch florins.

For more information, go to the website of the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, or visit other Amsterdam museums:
Hermitage Amsterdam
Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
Van Gogh Museum Amsterdam