'Giants of the Dutch Golden Age, Part 1: Rembrandt' Replay

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Rembrandt. Vermeer. Frans Hals. Jan Steen. Rachel Ruysch. Jacob van Ruisdael.

While you've probably come across the paintings of these famed Dutch master artists in some top museum or gallery throughout the world, what exactly makes them and their works so significant? And though each focused in different art styles, how did they make the ordinary people and objects depicted in their paintings evoke such joy? It's time for a deep dive into the greatest artists from 17th century Netherlands, and how to fully appreciate their lives and legacies when encountering their work today.

Join New York Adventure Club for a six-part series that explores the biggest names in art from the Dutch Golden Age (1575-1675). In Part One: Rembrandt, we'll follow the artistic development of Rembrandt van Rijn from a young ambitious man — who eventually became one of the most successful portraitists of Amsterdam — to a man broken by the misfortunes in his personal life.

Led by art historian, museum educator, and lecturer Mariska Beekenkamp-Wladimiroff, this art-centric virtual journey through some of Dutch history's greatest artists will include:

• An overview of life in Europe in the 17th century, and in particular in the Netherlands
• The art market in the cities of Leiden and Amsterdam, where Rembrandt worked
• An introductory to the biography of Rembrandt van Rijn, from his love life to financial misfortunes
• Rembrandt’s development in style from a 'fine painter' to his ‘'impasto' and thick brushstrokes in later years — and why his uniquely personal style would eventually bring him into difficulty with his buyers
• "The cult of Rembrandt" and how his followers' devotion to him over the centuries has shaped global opinion of his legacy
• The influence of his work on other artists

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Mariska — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!

Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week after the entire series concludes.

See you there, virtually!

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About Mariska

Mariska is a Social Psychologist by trade but took up her love for the arts again after the birth of her children. ​

Heavily pregnant with number 3, Mariska finished her MA at the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, in Dutch Baroque Art. Soon after this she was lucky enough to lecture for the most wonderful group of students. She decided this was what she wanted to do and set up Art Historical London offering art historical lectures, courses, tours, travel and events from London and Amsterdam, and since 2020 online. ​

Fully accredited in the UK to teach the over 16, Mariska also lectures for NAFDAS, an arts education society with members in the UK and Mainland Europe, New Zealand and Australia. She is a lecturer with the public program of the Dulwich Picture Gallery in London, and can provide live, online and recorded lectures for groups or individuals.

Giants of the Dutch Golden Age Series

Part 1: Rembrandt (Wednesday, November 11 @ 1:30pm ET)

Part 2: Vermeer (Wednesday, November 18 @ 1:30pm ET)

Part 3: Frans Hals (Wednesday, November 25 @ 1:30pm ET)

Part 4: Jan Steen (Wednesday, December 2 @ 1:30pm ET)

Part 5: Rachel Ruysch (Wednesday, December 9 @ 1:30pm ET)

Part 6: Jacob van Ruisdael (Wednesday, December 16 @ 1:30pm ET)

Testimonials

"[I liked] Seeing the art, particularly the comparisons."-Claudia

"I like the idea of a series. Mariska is excellent and I always look forward to her presentations. Thank you." -Nancy

"Great info and pics" -Leslie

"I’m very much interested in Dutch art and was very excited when I found out about this lecture series." -Alice

"Fabulous presenter terrific content I learned a lot." -Susan

"Presenter was engaging-lots of good information" -K

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