Whether passionate about Van Gogh or an admirer of Rembrandt, art lovers are being treated to a host of opportunities to marvel at masterpieces by their favourite Dutch artists in Amsterdam this autumn and winter. Across the capital, exclusive exhibitions are being held by some of the city's top museums. Book yourself on one of the many affordable flights to Amsterdam [http://www.klm.com/destinationguide/gb_en/airline-ticket/europe/west-europe/the-netherlands/amsterdam/city.htm] available at the moment and you could be right in the middle of all the cultural action and excitement in no time.
Van Gogh
From October 2010 through to mid-January 2011, the Van Gogh Museum is holding its first retrospective on Naturalism entitled: 'Naturalist painting, photography and cinema, 1875 -1918'. The daily lives of ordinary people have been represented in the fifty or more life-sized works on display. As an addition, a collection of illustrations by Van Gogh when he was studying works by naturalist artists will also be available.
Rembrandt
From 7th of September to the 29th of November, Rembrandt's famous portrait of Jan Six will be on rare display at the Rijksmuseum. This painting can normally be found in the Six family's private quarters, but will be available to the public at a 'Rembrandt & Jan Six: An Amsterdam friendship' exhibition, which explores the relationship between Mr Six and the renowned painter.
Metsu
See the works of one of the Golden Age's most prolific painters - Gabriel Metsu - when you visit the Rijksmuseum between the 16th of December and 20th of March. Newly discovered works will be featured alongside pieces from private collections. Works of art such as Man Writing a Letter and A Woman Writing a Letter - two paintings representing the exchange of love-letters between an elegant lady and gentleman - are some of the treats that will be on offer.
These are just some of the cultural attractions available in the Dutch capital over the coming months. Check out Amsterdam's top museums and galleries to find out more.
Van Gogh
From October 2010 through to mid-January 2011, the Van Gogh Museum is holding its first retrospective on Naturalism entitled: 'Naturalist painting, photography and cinema, 1875 -1918'. The daily lives of ordinary people have been represented in the fifty or more life-sized works on display. As an addition, a collection of illustrations by Van Gogh when he was studying works by naturalist artists will also be available.
Rembrandt
From 7th of September to the 29th of November, Rembrandt's famous portrait of Jan Six will be on rare display at the Rijksmuseum. This painting can normally be found in the Six family's private quarters, but will be available to the public at a 'Rembrandt & Jan Six: An Amsterdam friendship' exhibition, which explores the relationship between Mr Six and the renowned painter.
Metsu
See the works of one of the Golden Age's most prolific painters - Gabriel Metsu - when you visit the Rijksmuseum between the 16th of December and 20th of March. Newly discovered works will be featured alongside pieces from private collections. Works of art such as Man Writing a Letter and A Woman Writing a Letter - two paintings representing the exchange of love-letters between an elegant lady and gentleman - are some of the treats that will be on offer.
These are just some of the cultural attractions available in the Dutch capital over the coming months. Check out Amsterdam's top museums and galleries to find out more.