Like the Rijksmuseum, the Stedelijk Museum of Modern Art has undergone an impressive transformation with extensive renovations and modernization. Its new exhibition wing, designed by Dutch architects Jan Benthem & Mels Crouwel, boasts a futuristic, spaceship-like look and has earned the affectionate nickname “the bathtub.”
Inside, the Stedelijk Museum showcases a remarkable collection of modern and contemporary art, beginning with Vincent van Gogh in the 1880s and extending to today’s leading artists. Alongside its artworks, the museum features a distinguished collection of design objects, making it a must-visit for lovers of art and design alike.
Private Highlights Tour Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
Private Tour of the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
Discover the dynamic world of modern and contemporary art at the Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam’s premier destination for groundbreaking artistic expression. Like the Rijksmuseum, the Stedelijk has undergone extensive renovation and modernization. Its striking new wing, designed by Dutch architects Jan Benthem & Mels Crouwel, resembles a spaceship, and is fondly known as “the bathtub” for its sleek, futuristic design.
Inside, the Stedelijk Museum houses an extraordinary collection of art spanning from the 1880s (beginning with Vincent van Gogh) to the present, alongside a renowned selection of design objects. It’s a treasure trove for anyone passionate about art and design.
Private Highlights Tour: A Journey Through Art Movements
Our Private Highlights Tour offers an engaging journey through the evolution of modern art, exploring the many “isms” that emerged from the late 19th century to today’s contemporary works. Starting with Post-Impressionism (Van Gogh) and Naturalism (George Hendrik Breitner), the tour takes you through key movements of the 20th century, including:
• Abstractivism (e.g., Wassily Kandinsky, Hans Jean Arp)
• Expressionism (e.g., Ernst Ludwig Kirchner)
• Futurism (e.g., Giacomo Balla)
• Constructivism (e.g., Naum Gabo)
• Cubism (e.g., Picasso)
• Suprematism (e.g., Kazimir Malevich)
These examples represent only a glimpse into the vast world of modern art. Through selected artworks and design pieces, you’ll gain insight into the distinctive characteristics of each movement, as well as the connections and contrasts between them.
This Private Highlights Tour of the Stedelijk Museum, lasting 1.5 hours, provides a captivating overview of modern and contemporary art within one of the most significant museums in the Netherlands.