Frans Hals sure loved his drink, just like his sitters. 🍻 Beer and other beverages flowed richly at parties and dinners at that time. Perhaps that’s a cause of all the rosy cheeks? 🤭

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The idea for this unusual shape of vases originated at the court of William, Prince of Orange and Princess Mary. She had a great interest in flower arranging as well as porcelain and pottery.

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Happy King's Day from the Rijksmuseum! 🧡

What are your plans for today?👑🇳🇱

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When the city was under siege by General Holofernes, Judith entered the enemy camp together with her handmaiden.
Holofernes attempted to seduce her but drank too much and fell asleep. Then Judith cut off his head.

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With a rigid gaze, old Elisabeth Bass looks ahead. As a sailor's wife, Elisabeth provided supplies for her husband's fleet. She also ran a distinguished inn with him, which she continued alone after his death.

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The painter Van der Kooi was a master at painting children. The girl is disturbed in her piano playing by her younger brother, who wants to climb onto the chair with a mischievous look.

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In our halls, modern and historical fashion sometimes collide! However, this Keith Haring sweater and the buff jerkin serve quite different purposes.

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Quack quack, calling all duck lovers! 🦆 You can find plenty of these headstrong birds in the Rijksmuseum.

Which of these ducks is your favourite?

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When shut, this cabinet appears modest, but once its doors swing open, it reveals a fully stocked pharmacy. Miniature jars and bottles hold medicinal ingredients. In most cases, these original contents are still preserved within them!
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What's the link between these portraits? They were all painted by family members of the people portrayed. Fathers, brothers and an aunt created these remarkable portraits of their loved ones, resulting in these intimate portraits.

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Tulip bulbs were collected fanatically in 17th-century Holland. Astronomical prices were sometimes paid for a single bulb. These whimsically shaped red-and-white and red-and-yellow striped tulips were especially prized.
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When The Netherlands conquered parts of Brazil in the 17th century, scientists and artists were brought to the new colony. Painter Frans Post made many sketches and paintings of the landscapes.

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Ever wondered what the tourist attractions were in the 17th century? This is the tomb of William of Orange, the great leader of the Dutch Revolt. His tomb became a much-visited attraction from the moment it was completed in 1621.
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This year marks the 150th anniversary of
the birth of Impressionism. This name originated from one of Monet's paintings, 'Impression, Sunrise' (1872), which caused a critic to use the word Impressionists to write about this new art movement.

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Is there a better activity than looking at art together with your bestie? We doubt it! 👯

Who do you most enjoy going to the museum with?

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Get into sunny vibes! 🌞 Dive into Hendrik Voogd's painting of Villa Borghese gardens in Rome. Feel the warmth of the setting sun and join the people in the painting as they enjoy the beautiful sunset... ✨

🖼️ Italian Landscape with Umbrella Pines, Hendrik Voogd, 1807

This couple is so drunk that they don’t even notice that they are being robbed. Their foolishness is underscored by the print on the wall. It depicts an owl, which was considered a stupid creature in the 17th century.

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Eid Mubarak! ☪️

Eid al-Fitr celebrates the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan. These days are often celebrated with prayers and lots of food to share with loved ones. ❤️

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Strike a pose!💃 Frans Hals was a master at creating lively and bold poses in his paintings. It is
as if his sitters will come to life at any minute.

What is your favourite pose for a (photo) portrait?

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