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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
Symposium Art on Demand: Objects, Knowledge and Ideas from the Low Countries in Sweden 1500-1750
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State of affairs: RKD Research
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RKD Study Close Encounters
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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
Sanne Bruinier, a forgotten woman artist in fin-de-siècle Paris
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RKD Study Close Encounters
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RKD Study Frans Hals and his workshop – part 1
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