Rijksmuseum Twenthe
Rijksmuseum Twenthe
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The_Coach55
Ruislip, UK1,310 contributions
Oct 2024 • Solo
Rijksmuseum Twenthe is situated to the north of Enschede. It is around half a mile on foot from the railway station.
The current exhibition on show is called Chasing the Dot by Philip Vermeulen.
It relates very much to the sensory aspects of light and sound in art and I can’t say it really interested me.
The in house collection was reasonable with some old religious triptychs on view, plus paintings from the likes of Lucas Cranach, Hans Holbein, Jan Brueghel, Pieter Brueghel, Jacob van Ruisdael, Charles Francois Daubigny, John Constable and Thomas Gainsborough.
Overall it was a disappointing experience especially at the admission cost of €15.
The current exhibition on show is called Chasing the Dot by Philip Vermeulen.
It relates very much to the sensory aspects of light and sound in art and I can’t say it really interested me.
The in house collection was reasonable with some old religious triptychs on view, plus paintings from the likes of Lucas Cranach, Hans Holbein, Jan Brueghel, Pieter Brueghel, Jacob van Ruisdael, Charles Francois Daubigny, John Constable and Thomas Gainsborough.
Overall it was a disappointing experience especially at the admission cost of €15.
Written 18 October 2024
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infoF4384OD
Amsterdam, The Netherlands203 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
I visited this museum for the exhibition On the Way to Bentheim as well as an introduction to it by Yvonne Bleijerveld of the Netherlands Institute for Art History (RKD). In three rooms, the museum provides a beautiful overview of the 17th century production of drawings by artists from Holland in Twenthe and the surrounding area. There is work on display by Jacob van Ruisdael, Nicolaes Berchem, Anthonie Waterloo and Meindert Hobbema, among others: village views, castles, water mills, nature and rock formations around Bentheim Castle (just across the border with Germany). Many of the studies drawn here in the open air were later used for drawings and paintings developed in the studio for the open market or on commission, as can be seen here. In later times, artists also made trips through Twenthe to Bentheim to gain inspiration. I enjoyed this small exhibition and the expert presentation by Mrs Bleijerveld.
On this occasion I of course also visited other departments of the museum: the so-called treasuries with landscapes - including the recently acquired John Constable - and portraits appealed to me most. I am not very fond of the interaction between 15th/early 16th century art and contemporary art as shown under the title Ars longa, vita brevis (Art is long, life is short). I was charmed by the old history pieces in the last rooms of that exhibition.
I heard from director Caroline Breunesse that in 2024, modern and contemporary art will be the focus of the museum.
On this occasion I of course also visited other departments of the museum: the so-called treasuries with landscapes - including the recently acquired John Constable - and portraits appealed to me most. I am not very fond of the interaction between 15th/early 16th century art and contemporary art as shown under the title Ars longa, vita brevis (Art is long, life is short). I was charmed by the old history pieces in the last rooms of that exhibition.
I heard from director Caroline Breunesse that in 2024, modern and contemporary art will be the focus of the museum.
Written 16 December 2023
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Jan Romke v
Lot-et-Garonne, France43 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
The museum is housed in beautiful buildings with beautiful spaces for exhibitions and meetings. It's a shame that for years no attention has been paid to details, such as at the opening of the exhibition of 'who is the countryside'. There is a waste bin in the garden near the restaurant with a large blue garbage bag very visible. In the restaurant, someone with an eye for detail can sometimes clean up and rearrange things. And the gadgets they sell in the shop are from 25 years ago. Take your loss and sell it and clean it up and sell some nice, contemporary jewelry, etc.
Written 10 September 2023
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DenKijz1976
Harderwijk, The Netherlands428 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
This was my first visit to this museum. For starters, the museum is in a beautiful building. The permanent collection is interesting, make use of the audio tour. Two exhibitions are really worthwhile: Chasing the dot and the drawings of Kees Stoop. There are also two beautiful gardens to admire. I enjoyed myself there for over three hours.
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Written 26 August 2024
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CoraBob
Newton Abbot, UK101 contributions
Sept 2020 • Friends
Good mix of art from the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. Interesting and well thought out juxtapositions. The selection appears haphazard on occasion with a Tracey Emin stuck in a forgotten corner, which would have been a good fit for a differently themed room. It's easy to spend two hours here even with the cafe closed.
Written 29 September 2020
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AB1347
Almere, The Netherlands499 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Nice museum and great range of art. From the central part you can make a roundabout, both left and right. Along the way you pass a restaurant where you can sit both inside and outside. Great prices.
We enjoyed, access with the Museum Annual Pass.
We enjoyed, access with the Museum Annual Pass.
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Written 23 August 2024
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aschop
Nijmegen, The Netherlands63 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Wasn't there for decades, don't live in the area.
Now on holiday, what a fantastic experience for almost all senses.
18th century effortlessly intertwined with modernity.
Especially the charcoal exhibition, fantastic!!!
But decor, just overwhelmed, not enough time but we'll be back soon.
Now on holiday, what a fantastic experience for almost all senses.
18th century effortlessly intertwined with modernity.
Especially the charcoal exhibition, fantastic!!!
But decor, just overwhelmed, not enough time but we'll be back soon.
Written 16 April 2024
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Bob V
Enschede, The Netherlands31 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
Take your time to pick your choice and be amazed by the divers collection and wonderfull art. Ranging from medieval - to contemperary art.
Written 25 July 2016
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gerryrose
Mandurah, Australia32 contributions
Apr 2014 • Couples
We visited this Museum on a wet Easter Monday, in the City of Enschede, which on a public holiday is largely asleep. Those who were'nt asleep seemed to have joined us at the Museum, as it was well attended!!...only joking...there are heaps of restaurants and cafes open.
The Museum building is a great old lady from an elegant past...a delightful entry to an equally delightful display of some great art
Holbein and Brueghel Landscapes, self-portraits, with a particularly good one of and by Rubens and of course, a great selection of generous Rubenesque nudes by the Master himself and his students and proteges. Such a pleasure to be so close to his genius
There's also a great selection and mixture of 'modern/traditional' masters featured in a show called 'Paths to Paradise'. This takes a bit of work trying to understand what's going on, but the art-works involved are superb
The Museum provides audio assistance which adds greatly to the enjoyment
The Museum building is a great old lady from an elegant past...a delightful entry to an equally delightful display of some great art
Holbein and Brueghel Landscapes, self-portraits, with a particularly good one of and by Rubens and of course, a great selection of generous Rubenesque nudes by the Master himself and his students and proteges. Such a pleasure to be so close to his genius
There's also a great selection and mixture of 'modern/traditional' masters featured in a show called 'Paths to Paradise'. This takes a bit of work trying to understand what's going on, but the art-works involved are superb
The Museum provides audio assistance which adds greatly to the enjoyment
Written 21 April 2014
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Pioneer59957865454
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Sept 2024 • Family
We came here while visiting the places to visit in the region. There were nice exhibitions inside. We didn't stay inside for long, but I think it's a place that should be like this. There were many tourists visiting like us.
Written 25 September 2024
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