A SHORT VISIT TO RIJKSMUSEUM

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DATE OCTOBER 31, 2022 The Rijksmuseum in the
Netherlands is one of the most well-known art
museums in the world, with a collection of 1
million works of art in total. Over 2 million
people visit it each year, making it an
indispensable site in Amsterdam. The national
museum of the Netherlands, Rijksmuseum, has 8000
pieces in 80 galleries that cover 800
years. From the Middle Ages to the present, you
can find the rich artistic culture of the
Netherlands. Rembrandt, Frans Hals, and Johannes
Vermeer are just a few of the Dutch artists
whose works are on display in the museum. At the
Rijksmuseum, iconic pieces of art like The Night
Watch, The Milk Maid, and The Threatened Swan are
on show. Im not a fan of museums. That is not
to mean that I have no interest in natural
history, science, art, or other topics covered
at the museum. Stated, I lack the patience to
focus on one item for a long period. For some
reason, Im not physically capable of it, after
only a short amount of standing still my back
hurt, and I have a spine problem. Whereas I can
walk for a lot longer before having any back
issues. Therefore, it must be a very tiny museum
or a very brief visit if I go to a museum. This
is why I dont visit museums very often if
youre just going to be there for a short while,
a visit doesnt feel like its worth the money
at 17.00 (for the Louvre), 20 (for the
Rijksmuseum), or 25 (for the Metropolitan Museum
of Art). It is advised to purchase the Ticket
online from its official website to avoid the
long queues. A buddy from the US who was only in
Amsterdam for two days and wanted to return to
his hometown joined me as I toured this museum.
To meet them, I came to Amsterdam. We both
desired to visit the Rijksmuseum and have a short
city tour. The large explanation cards that are
accessible are worth reading for some of the more
well- known artworks. They point out things that
you would not have seen on your own, including
how The Night Watch was reduced in size in the
past to fit in a smaller area, making it appear
somewhat off-balance in contrast to the original
layout. Or that an x- ray analysis of the
artwork showed a specific area where Rembrandt
suffered.
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Amsterdam Canals
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Night View Amsterdam So thats what weve done
we strolled through the city, taking in the
picture-postcard sights of the canals and
leaning buildings.
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After eating lunch, we went for a walk to explore
the Amsterdam canals and take some snaps and
also take a boat ride before visiting the
Rijksmuseum. I would have gone to the more
contemporary artwork on the top floor if I had
been by alone. I adore the mysteries that exist
throughout abstract art. Is the artists aim
consistent with my interpretation? But Im
happy I suggested the Golden Age masters in the
Gallery of Honour on the second floor. All from
Boston, it felt to me that my friends had easy
access to contemporary art at home. They were in
Holland, which is linked with the Golden Age
artists like Rembrandt and Vermeer. After all, a
large number of the buildings we would have just
appreciated during our walk date from the same
era of prosperity and innovation. A collection
of paintings from the Rijksmuseums Golden Age
are shown on either side of a long, straight
corridor, with Rembrandts The Night Watch
serving as the pièce de resistance at the far
end.
The Night Watch Rembrandts most significant and
well-known work, The Night Watch, is located in
the middle of his exhibit.
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Its interesting to note that the paintings
original title is Militia Company of District II
under the Command of Captain Frans Banning
Cocq, and the term Nachtwacht didnt exist
until 1797 when it was assumed that the scenario
occurred at night. The first picture by Johannes
Vermeer that the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam got was
Woman Reading a Letter in 1885. The painting
is believed to date from 1663 because of the
design, use of the female form, and pose that is
similar to other works from the same period,
including Girl Reading a Letter at an Open
Window (165759), Woman Holding a Balance
(166263), and Woman with a Pearl Necklace
(1664). Naturally, I was familiar with many of
these paintings, and that was part of the fun
Oh, I knew that one! Vermeer created it! Wow,
its a lot smaller than I expected. And notice
the fine detail! Individual brushstrokes,
texture, and other details are only visible while
seeing these paintings in person rather than on
a computer screen. Seeing these Rijksmuseum
highlights was a delight. It is essential to
begin your tour with the most well-known
artifacts and try to spend as much time as
possible seeing the high-quality items. If you
attempt to see all the paintings and learn about
all the other exhibits, even a whole day will
seem like very little time to you. The large
explanation cards that are accessible are worth
reading for some of the more well-known
artworks. They point out things that you would
not have seen on your own, including how The
Night Watch was reduced in size in the past to
fit in a smaller area, making it appear somewhat
off-balance in contrast to the original layout.
Or that an x- ray analysis of the artwork showed
a specific area where Rembrandt
suffered. Several of the artworks, especially
the landscapes and seascapes like Willem van de
Veldes The Cannon Shot, seem eerily
photorealistic. Magnificent. However, I believe
that The Milkmaid by Vermeer was my favorite
because of the scenes serenity, ordinariness,
and the slender light shining from the side. The
picture is quite little, and the detail is
superb.
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Milkmaid women
Rijksmuseum Amsterdam So, after spending two and
a half hours on the second floor, we moved to the
main floor and then saw more of Amsterdams
culture. I found it interesting to learn about
the old peoples history, struggles, and culture.
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• Useful Information for Tourists
• Amsterdams Museumstraat 1 is home to the
  Rijksmuseum (Museumplein). Take tram 2 or 16
  from the Central railway station. Take trams 2 or
  16 from Amsterdam Central to Schiphol Airport or
  take bus 397 or a train to Amsterdam Central.
  Driving is not allowed in Amsterdam! There are
  several bicycles and walkers, confusing traffic
  regulations, and unnecessarily high parking
  costs.
• Tips
• Avoid Weekend Visits
• Never Visit During Holidays
• Go During the Slowest Hours
• The busiest time at the Rijksmuseum is from 11
  a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit as soon as the museum opens
  or after 3 p.m. for the best chance of avoiding
  the throng.
• Buy Your Tickets Online
• If you werent aware, you may purchase
  Rijksmuseum tickets online on their main
  website. The good thing is that you dont have to
  buy the tickets on the day you want to go
  because you may use them whenever you want. You
  can avoid the inconvenience of standing in line
  to enter by doing this step.

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