BREITNER AT THE RIJKSMUSEUM
The exhibition Breitner: Girl in kimono is open now until April the 24th at the Rijksmuseum as a part of the catalogue of temporary expositions this Dutch museum offers. Opening hours are from 9:30am to 7pm, Wednesdays to Sundays. Admission is 7.75€, groups are offered special prices depending on the number of visitors, and it is free for the Friends of the Rikjsmuseum and children under 12.
What makes this exhibition so important is the fact that, for the first time ever, this museum is bringing together all the versions of Girl in a Kimono by this impressionist painter born in Rotterdam and mainly influenced by Mondrian and Van Gogh. One of the things I liked best was being able to appreciate the real kimonos Breitner based his work on so close. I went with some friends who knew a lot about him, his style and techniques, so I personally think I really managed to understand his artwork.
There only being twelve paintings on display, with their preparatory sketches and drawings, in a rather big and airy showroom, it was quite easy to admire the complete exhibition even if there were a lot of people. In fact, if you are a conscientious observer you will also be able to notice how fascinated the artist was about his model and neighbour Geesje Kwak, fascination he always shows in his paintings, which is no doubt moving.
In a city as busy as Amsterdam, it is essential for the museums to offer attractive activities and new options not only for tourists, but also for its inhabitants, and so it does the Rikjsmuseum with Breitner’s exhibition. I strongly recommend it both for its price and its artistic interest. It is a must, and certainly worth seeing.
C.M.D
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