The knowledge institute of the visual arts of the Low Countries
The RKD — Netherlands Institute for Art History offers museums, academic community and the public a wealth of collections, knowledge and publications for extensive research and inspiration
CURRENT
News and recent developments
State of affairs: RKD Research
Prints from Leiden University on display in Museum Bredius
The exhibition Between the Lines will open to the public from April 25th at Museum Bredius in The Hague.
Symposium Art on Demand: Objects, Knowledge and Ideas from the Low Countries in Sweden 1500-1750
COLLECTION
Dive into the RKD collection
Our collection includes the world's largest art history library, over 2.5 kilometres of archival material, many digital data, documentation and technical information on art
START RESEARCH
Begin your research
Doing your own art history research? Start online with RKD Research, check out one of the other websites, or drop by our study room in The Hague. We are happy to help!
KNOWLEGDE & PUBLICATIONS
Results of art historical research
As a knowledge institute, we work closely with museums, heritage institutions and universities. Besides a research role, the RKD serves a public function. Our staff contributes to publications and exhibitions
RKD Study Frans Hals and his workshop – part 1
Painting in the collection of King Charles II identified
RKD podcast: Lucretia Johanna van Winter
