I visited the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam in the summer of 2007.The museum was founded in 1789 and opened its doors in 1800 to the public. The building itself is designed by Pierre Cuypers and has since been an Amsterdam landmark due to its greatness in detail and size.
The Rijksmuseum has more than a million works of art and historical objects. Nowhere in the world is there such a complete overview of Dutch pieces. More than two centuries of collecting have resulted in the most wide-ranging and representative survey of art in the Republic of the United Provinces.
However the art only covers the period 1400 to 1900. I would have liked to see 21st century Dutch art as well, as it would show how Dutch art has developed and progressed.
Nevertheless the museum is a must see for anyone who hasn't gone due to the fact you can learn so much about another culture and history.
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