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Art collection

Discover our artworks

Art collection

Discover Breitner’s Amsterdam and Gilleam Trapenberg’s Curaçao, look through the eyes of Natasja Kensmil or Marlene Dumas, or trace the lines of Valentine Prax and Thijs Zweers. De Nederlandsche Bank’s highly diverse collection features works of art of these and many other artists. From paintings to street art, and from videos to glassware. Works by a variety of artists from very different eras. Discover these works by visiting the exhibitions or view them online. 

(Image: Tarona, Pivot, 2020)

Temporary exhibitions and events

Discover works by talented emerging artists. Come see the permanent exhibition featuring some 40 idiosyncratic and experimental artworks by Dutch and international makers. Visit the temporary art exhibition showcasing De Nederlandsche Bank's latest acquisitions. You can also participate in a range of events, from lectures to guided tours. Check the calendar for upcoming dates.

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De kunstwand in De Nieuwe Schatkamer.

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The permanent exhibition

See some 40 unique works of art in the permanent exhibition. You will see masterpieces by George Hendrik Breitner and Marlene Dumas, among others. And works by today’s talents: Elspeth Diederix, David Nuur, Ronald Ophuis and many more. The exhibition is a great introduction to De Nederlandsche Bank’s rich and varied art collection. Visit the exhibition or view the works online.

Permanent exhibition

Exhibition of new acquisitions

The exhibition presents an overview of De Nederlandsche Bank’s latest acquisitions. It includes various art forms such as painting, photography, video and sculpture, as well as works by emerging artists, including Christine Moldricks, Maze de Boer, Tanja Engelberts, Bobbi Essers and Emma van der Put. The exhibition is open until 15 August 2025 and is self-guided.

Kunstwerken in De Nieuwe Schatkamer.

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Diverse kunstobjecten staan in een open ruimte.

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Works and artists

From towering sculptures to delicate glass objects, and from paintings to videos and photographs. De Nederlandsche Bank has works in all kinds of media, by all kinds of artists. Explore the works and artists in our collection online.

Works and artists

About the art collection

The art collection has a rich history. De Nederlandsche Bank has been acquiring art since the late nineteenth century, and the collection has changed over the years. Based on our own vision of art, we purchase new works, organise exhibitions and seek collaborations.

About the art collection
Overzicht van tentoonstellingsruimte met kunstobjecten.

© Danielle van Ark. Foto: Ernst van Deursen

Renderbeeld van bezoekers in de stadstuin.

© Beeldbewerking: Rachel de Joode

Sculpture garden

Need to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? Come to the city garden on the grounds of De Nederlandsche Bank. You’ll find the entrance at Westeinde. Find a quiet spot among the greenery and sculptures by artists such as Rachel de Joode, Toby Ziegler and Sarah van Sonsbeeck.

Uitgelichte kunstwerken

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Art collection

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Bezoekers krijgen uitleg over een kunstwerk.