Amsterdam Episode 08 Rembrandt, Vermeer and the Rijksmuseum
This episode revolves around Amsterdam's top art gallery, the Rijksmuseum. It starts with a little history, explaining how art came to be of such importance in Amsterdam's Golden Age in the 17th century, then continues with some biographical details on the two top artists from the era, Rembrandt and Vermeer. It finishes with pointers to some of their best-known works, plus ideas for other highlights to look out for when visiting the gallery.
Reading SuggestionsTulip Fever by Deborah Moggach Vermeer by Christopher Wright Rijksmuseum guidebook
Links for this postThe Rijksmuseum Rembrandt House Museum Old World Voyages blog Essential Vermeer Simon Schama, Great Gallery Tours, the Rijksmuseum
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