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Neo Rauch, Gewitterfront, 2016, Museum de Fundatie, Zwolle
Roni Horn, Opposites of white, 2006-2007, Kröller-Müller Museum, Otterlo. Photo: Marjon Gemmeke
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Discover 80 important acquisitions for 40 Dutch museums in a single exhibition TEXT: ELLA PUT
It is a place where exquisite artworks meet under the most unusual of circumstances. The exhibition For the love of art (Als kunst je lief is) in the Kröller-Müller Museum, promises to be a sight for sore eyes for multiple different reasons. In the midst of one of the most treasurable parks of the Netherlands sits the Kröller-Müller Museum, known for its erratic modern-art collection as well as its impressive sculpture garden. The museum is now home to a unique exhibition of precious pieces from the Dutch art world, For the love of art. For one time only, more than 80 important acquisitions from 40 Dutch museums are brought together, all of which were acquired with the support of the Rembrandt Association in the past ten years. For the love of art shows the full range of museum acquisitions: paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures and so much more. The oldest work is about 3,000 years old, the
most recent dates from 2016. Together, the acquisitions give an idea of how Collectie Nederland (Dutch National Collection) – which is accessible to all – has been enhanced in the years 2008 to 2018.
Feast of unexpected encounters The 80 works, many of which are visitors’ favourites, are taken out of their usual context and displayed in surprising combinations. For example, a monumental 16th century religious painting from Alkmaar hangs next to a huge photograph by Andreas Gursky from the Stedelijk Museum, and a prototype chair by Rietveld from the collection of the Centraal Museum in Utrecht is flanked by a painting by AlmaTadema from Leeuwarden and a 17th century floral still life from the Mauritshuis. In short, the exhibition will be a feast of unexpected encounters that invite exploratory walking, viewing and comparing.
she purchased almost 11.500 works of arts. In Kröller-Müller Museum, things of beauty come together. The unique combination of art, nature and architecture guarantees visitors a truly unforgettable experience. An experience that arouses all the senses. The museum is a paradise for both seasoned art lovers and objective newcomers. Dates: 30 September 2018 to 3 February 2019. For practical information and e-tickets: www.krollermuller.nl About the Rembrandt Association The Rembrandt Association supports Dutch museums in important art acquisitions and is committed to the preservation of the public art collection. Since its establishment in 1883, the Rembrandt Association has contributed to the acquisition of many important and now indispensable works of art that have become accessible to all.
About the Kröller-Müller Museum The museum is the lifework of Helene Kröller-Müller. Between 1907 and 1922,
Web: www.alskunstjeliefis.nl
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