Introducing the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam - the collection, the building, its history & recent renovation.
This lecture offers an introduction to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam: the collection, the building, its history and the recent 10-year renovation that brought back the splendour of architect Pierre Cuypers' original neo-gothic decorations. The collection of the Rijksmuseum includes works by Hals, Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh as well as medieval art, jewellery, musical instruments, Asian art and even an FK 23 Bantam plane from 1918. It also has Rembrandt's famous Night Watch - but only on loan! All this and much more about the most famous museum in the Netherlands.
How to book this event:
Come along to Christchurch Hall on the Stray Harrogate before 19.30 (doors open at 18.30) or contact niddvalley@theartssociety.org for further information about joining us via zoom and watch from the comfort of your own home
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Dr Sophie Oosterwijk
Born in Gouda (Netherlands). Has an MA and PhD in English Literature (Leiden), an MA in Medieval Studies (York) and a PhD in Art History (Leicester). Has taught at the universities of St Andrews, Leicester and Manchester, Sotheby’s Institute of Art, National Trust, V&A, U3A, WEA and other organisations, and organised many study days, tours and visits. Also a regular lecturer for Cambridge University and travel companies, and Vice President of the Church Monuments Society. Numerous publications.
Sophie Oo
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