Institut Néerlandais, Cultural center in 7th arrondissement, Paris, France
The Institut Néerlandais was a neoclassical building on rue de Lille that provided exhibition spaces for Dutch art and cultural programming. It contained galleries for paintings, drawings, and other artistic works, plus a library with resources dedicated to Dutch studies.
The institution was founded in 1957 to present Dutch art and culture in Paris. It closed in December 2013, but the Fondation Custodia has continued to make its collection accessible to the public since then.
The institution was a space where visitors could encounter Dutch masterpieces spanning centuries, from early periods to contemporary works. The exhibitions revealed how the artistic traditions of the Netherlands have evolved and continue to influence the art world.
The building is located in the 7th arrondissement in a quiet area near the Seine river. Visitors should note that opening hours and access are managed by the Fondation Custodia, so it helps to check details before visiting.
The collection included rare works by Dutch masters such as Jan van Goyen and Rembrandt, pieces that were few and far between in France at that time. These paintings allowed visitors to experience the sophistication of Dutch artistic traditions directly.
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