Rijksmuseum main building, Gothic Revival museum building in Museumkwartier, Netherlands
The Rijksmuseum main building features detailed brickwork, stone carvings, prominent towers, and spacious hallways designed by architect Pierre Cuypers in Amsterdam.
Construction of the national museum building began in 1876, leading to its inauguration in 1885 as a dedicated space for Dutch art collections.
The Gallery of Honour contains masterpieces from Dutch artists, presenting 800 years of art history through approximately 8,000 objects from medieval to modern times.
The museum complex includes the Cuypers Library, Great Hall, Asian Pavilion, and Philips Wing, connected through the central passage and atrium.
The building received a ten-year renovation from 2003 to 2013, restoring the original architectural elements while incorporating modern museum facilities.
Location: Amsterdam
Inception: 1885
Architects: Pierre Cuypers, Antonio Cruz Villalón
Official opening: July 13, 1885
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Part of: Rijksmuseum
Address: Europalaan
GPS coordinates: 52.36000,4.88505
Latest update: May 17, 2025 00:25
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