{"id":19085,"date":"2024-08-20T06:16:54","date_gmt":"2024-08-20T10:16:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/?p=19085"},"modified":"2025-12-17T13:11:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T12:11:00","slug":"rijksmuseum-famous-paintings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings","title":{"rendered":"Top 12 Can\u2019t-Miss Works at the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Known for showcasing art by the <strong>Netherlands\u2019 greatest painters,<\/strong> the Rijksmuseum is an absolute must-visit when in Amsterdam. But it is, unsurprisingly, a huge museum.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With so much to see, you\u2019re going to need to prioritize. Which is why we\u2019ve put together a guide to the top 12 can\u2019t-miss works and a few other tips to help you make the most of your Rijksmuseum ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0026-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people looking at rijksmuseum famous paintings.\" class=\"wp-image-19087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0026-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0026-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0026-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0026.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Spend the day getting lost looking at all the famous paintings at the Rijksmuseum.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 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ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Famous_paintings_at_the_Rijksmuseum\" title=\"Famous paintings at the Rijksmuseum\">Famous paintings at the Rijksmuseum<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Johannes_Vermeer_Milkmaid\" title=\"Johannes Vermeer, Milkmaid&nbsp;\">Johannes Vermeer, Milkmaid&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Floris_van_Dijck_Still_Life_with_Cheese\" title=\"Floris van Dijck, Still Life with Cheese\">Floris van Dijck, Still Life with Cheese<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Jan_Steen_Feast_of_St_Nicholas\" title=\"Jan Steen, Feast of St Nicholas\">Jan Steen, Feast of St Nicholas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Ruisdael_Windmill_at_Wijk_bij_Duurstede\" title=\"Ruisdael, Windmill at Wijk bij Duurstede\">Ruisdael, Windmill at Wijk bij Duurstede<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Rembrandt_van_Rijn_Jewish_Bride\" title=\"Rembrandt van Rijn, Jewish Bride\">Rembrandt van Rijn, Jewish Bride<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Rembrandt_van_Rijn_Night_Watch\" title=\"Rembrandt van Rijn, Night Watch\">Rembrandt van Rijn, Night Watch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Gerrit_Berkheyde_Golden_Bend\" title=\"Gerrit Berkheyde, Golden Bend\">Gerrit Berkheyde, Golden Bend<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Vincent_Van_Gogh_Self-portrait\" title=\"Vincent Van Gogh, Self-portrait\">Vincent Van Gogh, Self-portrait<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Javanese_court_officials\" title=\"Javanese court officials\">Javanese court officials<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Other_famous_works_of_art\" title=\"Other famous works of art\">Other famous works of art<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Adriaen_de_VriendCorn_Moesman_William_Rex\" title=\"Adriaen de Vriend\/Corn. Moesman, William Rex\">Adriaen de Vriend\/Corn. Moesman, William Rex<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Dolls_House_Oortman\" title=\"Dolls\u2019 House Oortman\">Dolls\u2019 House Oortman<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#De_Metaale_Pot_Flower_pyramids\" title=\"De Metaale Pot, Flower pyramids\">De Metaale Pot, Flower pyramids<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/rijksmuseum-famous-paintings\/#Pro_Rijksmuseum_tips\" title=\"Pro Rijksmuseum tips\">Pro Rijksmuseum tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_around_the_Rijksmuseum\"><\/span>How to get around the Rijksmuseum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whichever side of the building you enter from, the architecture of the Rijksmuseum \u2013 designed by Pierre Cuypers and mirroring Amsterdam Central Station at the other end of the city \u2013 is impressive enough by itself. As you walk through the tunnel, look up at the vaulted archways which provide <strong>perfect acoustics for the live musicians <\/strong>who are almost always there to greet you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once inside, <strong>head up to the ornate Great Hall <\/strong>on the second floor before moving into the Gallery of Honour to start your tour of the Rijksmuseum. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s striking is that, although the artworks on display are (in many cases) hundreds of years old, they tell you everything you need to know about<strong> Dutch contemporary life<\/strong>\u2013and the history that brought Holland to where it is today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0022resize-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The Rijksmuseum Research Library\" class=\"wp-image-12715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0022resize-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0022resize-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0022resize-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0022resize.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Rijksmuseum Research Library offers an extensive collection of materials related to Dutch art, history, and cultural heritage.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Famous_paintings_at_the_Rijksmuseum\"><\/span>Famous paintings at the Rijksmuseum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Johannes_Vermeer_Milkmaid\"><\/span>Johannes Vermeer, Milkmaid&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vermeer\u2019s iconic &#8220;Milkmaid&#8221; captures a serene domestic scene that\u2019s been<strong> reproduced on coffee mugs all over the world.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The meticulous <strong>attention to light and texture<\/strong> illustrates the era\u2019s admiration for household virtues and the beauty in ordinary activities, highlighting the Dutch <strong>values of hard work and humility during the 17th century.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/15636157254_4739e280c3_k-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"People looking at the Johannes Vermeer, Milkmaid painting. \" class=\"wp-image-19089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/15636157254_4739e280c3_k-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/15636157254_4739e280c3_k-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/15636157254_4739e280c3_k-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/15636157254_4739e280c3_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The light and texture used to paint &#8220;Milkmaid&#8221; is worth a visit alone. Photo credit: Anna &amp; Michal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Floris_van_Dijck_Still_Life_with_Cheese\"><\/span>Floris van Dijck, Still Life with Cheese<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Dutch are famous for their cheese, and this painting showcases the <strong>prosperity of the Dutch Golden Age<\/strong> through its detailed depiction of luxurious food.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The assortment of cheeses, fruits, and bread <strong>exemplifies the wealth of the nation\u2019s trade networks<\/strong> and the cultural importance placed on culinary excellence and abundance in Dutch society at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/8389082661_7f6e368076_k-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"One of the Rijksmuseum famous paintings, Still life with Cheeses. \" class=\"wp-image-19090\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/8389082661_7f6e368076_k-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/8389082661_7f6e368076_k-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/8389082661_7f6e368076_k-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/8389082661_7f6e368076_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Still Life with Cheese showcases Van Dijck&#8217;s ability to render textures, such as the soft rind of the cheese and the delicate folds of the linen cloth, with remarkable precision. Photo credit: Kate Hopkins<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jan_Steen_Feast_of_St_Nicholas\"><\/span>Jan Steen, Feast of St Nicholas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Steen\u2019s feast day painting offers a lively portrayal of a Dutch family celebrating the much-loved Sinterklaas tradition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The artwork\u2019s chaotic joy <strong>captures the essence of Dutch festivity and familial warmth,<\/strong> while also serving as a subtle commentary on human behavior and social norms within the <strong>17th-century Dutch household.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/51147394395_eac8fa7a97_k-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Painting of Jan Steen, Feast of St Nicholas, while to people look at the painting. \" class=\"wp-image-19093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/51147394395_eac8fa7a97_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/51147394395_eac8fa7a97_k-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/51147394395_eac8fa7a97_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/51147394395_eac8fa7a97_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What do you think Jan Steen was saying about 17th-century Dutch households? Photo credit: Mozilla Festival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ruisdael_Windmill_at_Wijk_bij_Duurstede\"><\/span>Ruisdael, Windmill at Wijk bij Duurstede<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Windmills still epitomize the Dutch landscape to this day. In this painting, the imposing windmill symbolizes the<strong> ingenuity and industrious spirit of the Dutch, <\/strong>harnessing nature\u2019s power to reclaim and cultivate land for prosperity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The large gray skies are also a frequent feature of Dutch weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"986\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Amsterdam_-_Rijksmuseum_1885_-_The_Gallery_of_Honour_1st_Floor_-_The_Windmill_at_Wijk_bij_Duurstede_c._1670_by_Jacob_van_Ruisdael-1024x986.jpg\" alt=\"A Ruisdael, Windmill at Wijk bij Duurstede painting hanging on the wall. \" class=\"wp-image-19092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Amsterdam_-_Rijksmuseum_1885_-_The_Gallery_of_Honour_1st_Floor_-_The_Windmill_at_Wijk_bij_Duurstede_c._1670_by_Jacob_van_Ruisdael-1024x986.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Amsterdam_-_Rijksmuseum_1885_-_The_Gallery_of_Honour_1st_Floor_-_The_Windmill_at_Wijk_bij_Duurstede_c._1670_by_Jacob_van_Ruisdael-600x578.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Amsterdam_-_Rijksmuseum_1885_-_The_Gallery_of_Honour_1st_Floor_-_The_Windmill_at_Wijk_bij_Duurstede_c._1670_by_Jacob_van_Ruisdael-768x739.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Amsterdam_-_Rijksmuseum_1885_-_The_Gallery_of_Honour_1st_Floor_-_The_Windmill_at_Wijk_bij_Duurstede_c._1670_by_Jacob_van_Ruisdael.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The windmill in the painting is often interpreted as a symbol of Dutch resilience, industriousness, and the country&#8217;s mastery over water. Photo credit: Txllxt TxllxT<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rembrandt_van_Rijn_Jewish_Bride\"><\/span>Rembrandt van Rijn, Jewish Bride<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rembrandt\u2019s oft-reproduced &#8220;Jewish Bride&#8221; is a poignant <strong>depiction of love and human connection. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This masterpiece exemplifies Rembrandt\u2019s skill in capturing intimate moments, offering insight into the personal and social dynamics of the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"747\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Rembrandt_Harmensz._van_Rijn_-_Portret_van_een_paar_als_oudtestamentische_figuren_genaamd_Het_Joodse_bruidje_-_Google_Art_Project-1024x747.jpg\" alt=\"The Rembrandt van Rijn, Jewish Bride painting on a wall. \" class=\"wp-image-19097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Rembrandt_Harmensz._van_Rijn_-_Portret_van_een_paar_als_oudtestamentische_figuren_genaamd_Het_Joodse_bruidje_-_Google_Art_Project-1024x747.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Rembrandt_Harmensz._van_Rijn_-_Portret_van_een_paar_als_oudtestamentische_figuren_genaamd_Het_Joodse_bruidje_-_Google_Art_Project-600x438.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Rembrandt_Harmensz._van_Rijn_-_Portret_van_een_paar_als_oudtestamentische_figuren_genaamd_Het_Joodse_bruidje_-_Google_Art_Project-768x560.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Rembrandt_Harmensz._van_Rijn_-_Portret_van_een_paar_als_oudtestamentische_figuren_genaamd_Het_Joodse_bruidje_-_Google_Art_Project.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If you look closely you can see heavy slashes of paint that were used to create the texture of the folds of the woman\u2019s skirt. Photo credit: Rembrandt &nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rembrandt_van_Rijn_Night_Watch\"><\/span>Rembrandt van Rijn, Night Watch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people come to the Rijksmuseum solely to see the <a href=\"https:\/\/smarthistory.org\/rembrandt-the-night-watch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Night Watch<\/a>, an impressive opus that spans an entire wall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rembrandt\u2019s use of light and<strong> composition to portray the militia company <\/strong>illustrates the importance of community defense and organization, highlighting the collaborative spirit that was integral to <strong>Dutch urban life in the 17<sup>th<\/sup> century <\/strong>and still today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0017resize-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A guide points to Rembrandt's masterpiece, The Night Watch\" class=\"wp-image-12710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0017resize-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0017resize-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0017resize-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0017resize.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam offers an extensive collection of art and historical artifacts, including works by Dutch masters like Rembrandt and Vermeer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gerrit_Berkheyde_Golden_Bend\"><\/span>Gerrit Berkheyde, Golden Bend<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Berkheyde\u2019s &#8220;Golden Bend&#8221; captures the grandeur and wealth of Amsterdam\u2019s canal houses on the Herengracht (which you can still see on canal tours today).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This detailed urban landscape reflects the prosperity brought by trade and commerce <strong>during the Dutch Golden Age,<\/strong> highlighting the architectural splendor and the socio-economic status of the city\u2019s elite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"736\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Gerrit_Adriaensz._Berckheyde_-_Gezicht_op_de_Herengracht_in_Amsterdam_vanaf_de_Vijzelstraat_-_Google_Art_Project-1024x736.jpg\" alt=\"Gerrit Berkheyde, Golden Bend painting. \" class=\"wp-image-19098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Gerrit_Adriaensz._Berckheyde_-_Gezicht_op_de_Herengracht_in_Amsterdam_vanaf_de_Vijzelstraat_-_Google_Art_Project-1024x736.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Gerrit_Adriaensz._Berckheyde_-_Gezicht_op_de_Herengracht_in_Amsterdam_vanaf_de_Vijzelstraat_-_Google_Art_Project-600x432.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Gerrit_Adriaensz._Berckheyde_-_Gezicht_op_de_Herengracht_in_Amsterdam_vanaf_de_Vijzelstraat_-_Google_Art_Project-768x552.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Gerrit_Adriaensz._Berckheyde_-_Gezicht_op_de_Herengracht_in_Amsterdam_vanaf_de_Vijzelstraat_-_Google_Art_Project.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Peer into what the canals used to look like during the Dutch Golden Age. Photo credit: Gerrit Berckheyde<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vincent_Van_Gogh_Self-portrait\"><\/span>Vincent Van Gogh, Self-portrait<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Arguably the Netherlands\u2019 most famous painter, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/van-gogh-museum-amsterdam\">Vincent Van Gogh&#8217;s art in Amsterdam<\/a> is symbolic of <strong>Dutch artistic innovation.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bold colors and expressive brushstrokes in his self-portrait reflect the emotional intensity and inner turmoil of the artist, representing the struggles and resilience that resonate with the human experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/stale-grut-f5MWSw11jjo-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"People at the Van Gogh museum Amsterdam, looking at a painting.\" class=\"wp-image-16131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/stale-grut-f5MWSw11jjo-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/stale-grut-f5MWSw11jjo-unsplash-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/stale-grut-f5MWSw11jjo-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/stale-grut-f5MWSw11jjo-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Van Gogh&#8217;s self-portrait is renowned for its dynamic and expressive brushwork. Photo credit: St\u00e5le Grut<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Javanese_court_officials\"><\/span>Javanese court officials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The depiction and clothing of Javanese court officials highlights the <strong>Dutch colonial presence in Indonesia.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This artwork provides a window into the interactions between Dutch colonizers and the local Javanese elite, reflecting the complex cultural and political exchanges that characterized the colonial period in Dutch history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0018-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people at the Rijksmuseum looking at a few famous paintings.\" class=\"wp-image-19109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0018-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0018-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0018-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0018.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">With so much to see, you could spend days at this museum. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_famous_works_of_art\"><\/span>Other famous works of art<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adriaen_de_VriendCorn_Moesman_William_Rex\"><\/span>Adriaen de Vriend\/Corn. Moesman, William Rex<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This intricate model ship &#8220;William Rex&#8221; symbolizes the maritime prowess and naval ambition of the Dutch Republic, which has always been a seafaring nation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This detailed replica reflects the significance of <strong>naval power in Dutch history<\/strong> and the <strong>pride in their shipbuilding capabilities,<\/strong> which were crucial to the country\u2019s economic and military success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/24522075450_69dfdf20c3_k-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A woman looking at Adriaen de Vriend\/Corn. Moesman, William Rex. \" class=\"wp-image-19094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/24522075450_69dfdf20c3_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/24522075450_69dfdf20c3_k-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/24522075450_69dfdf20c3_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/24522075450_69dfdf20c3_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Marvel at the intricate details of this ship model. Photo credit: EU2016 NL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dolls_House_Oortman\"><\/span>Dolls\u2019 House Oortman<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Dolls\u2019 House of Petronella Oortman is an <strong>entire canal house in miniature<\/strong>, offering a fascinating glimpse into the domestic life of a wealthy Dutch household.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meticulously crafted and richly furnished, it represents the <strong>importance of home, family, and social status<\/strong> in Dutch culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0023resize-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Inside the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam\" class=\"wp-image-12716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0023resize-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0023resize-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0023resize-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_0023resize.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Take a look up close to see each room furnished with miniature versions of real household items, including furniture, textiles, and even tiny paintings, all made from expensive materials like tortoiseshell, marble, and silk.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"De_Metaale_Pot_Flower_pyramids\"><\/span>De Metaale Pot, Flower pyramids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The strangely shaped &#8220;Flower pyramids&#8221; vases were used to display tulips and other flowers, reflecting the<strong> era\u2019s floral mania<\/strong> and the economic significance of the <strong>tulip trade in Dutch society.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note the interesting combination of styles between Delft Blue and Chinese art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Delftware_in_Room_2.22_of_Rijksmuseum_Amsterdam_02-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"People in the background looking at the De Metaale Pot, Flower pyramids.\" class=\"wp-image-19103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Delftware_in_Room_2.22_of_Rijksmuseum_Amsterdam_02-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Delftware_in_Room_2.22_of_Rijksmuseum_Amsterdam_02-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Delftware_in_Room_2.22_of_Rijksmuseum_Amsterdam_02-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1280px-Delftware_in_Room_2.22_of_Rijksmuseum_Amsterdam_02.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At the Rijksmuseum, you&#8217;ll find more than just famous paintings. Photo credit: Vasyatka1<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Rijksmuseum_tips\"><\/span>Pro Rijksmuseum tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To get the most out of your visit: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Download the Rijksmuseum app<\/strong> <strong>beforehand<\/strong> (although the museum also has <strong>free Wi-Fi <\/strong>if you forget). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rijksmuseum.nl\/en\/tickets\/articles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buy your ticket online<\/a> beforehand<\/strong> (and be prepared to wait in line anyway) \u2013 the Rijksmuseum is popular come rain or shine, in summer or winter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The museum curators have already put together a<strong> self-guided tour of the most iconic artworks<\/strong> (including lots of those listed above) but you can also <strong>create your own customized route<\/strong> based on the specific works you want to see. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be sure to <strong>enable location services<\/strong> so you can use the map functionality to navigate around (the museum is truly vast) and <strong>bring headphones<\/strong> to make the experience that much more comfortable.&nbsp; <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_00281-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A tour guide explaining famous paintings to a group of people at the Rijksmuseum\" class=\"wp-image-19099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_00281-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_00281-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_00281-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Walks_Amsterdam_In-A-Day_Web-Res_00281.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">There&#8217;s plenty of famous paintings to see at the Rijksmuseum that&#8217;ll keep you entertained all day. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ready to turn your trip into an unforgettable experience?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover the full range of expertly led experiences at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/\">Take Walks Tours<\/a><\/strong> where passionate local guides bring history, stories, and iconic sights to life. 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