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Dutch masters in 10 achievements

What you always wanted to know

They remain captivating. And there is a lot to tell about their work. Each episode illuminates a famous Dutch master. In 10 short characteristics. Think of it as a refresher course. Or speed dating.

Winter Landscape with Ice Skaters Winter Landscape with Ice Skaters

Hendrick Avercamp

The founder of the Dutch winter landscape

A Militiaman Holding a Berkemeyer, Known as the ‘Merry Drinker’ A Militiaman Holding a Berkemeyer, Known as the ‘Merry Drinker’

Frans Hals

Virtuoso brushwork with a smile

Rembrandt van Rijn

Rebel with a cause
De molen bij Wijk bij Duurstede, Jacob Isaacksz van Ruisdael, ca. 1668 - ca. 1670 De molen bij Wijk bij Duurstede, Jacob Isaacksz van Ruisdael, ca. 1668 - ca. 1670

Jacob van Ruisdael

Holland’s most famous landscape painter

Jan Steen

A master storyteller of everyday life
Het melkmeisje, Johannes Vermeer Het melkmeisje, Johannes Vermeer

Johannes Vermeer

Master of the everyday