Johannes Vermeer (1632–1675); Mistress and Maid, 1666–67; The Frick Collection, New York Photo: Michael Bodycomb
Johannes Vermeer (1632–1675), Mistress and Maid, 1666–67, The Frick Collection Photo: Michael Bodycomb

Dutch Masters in New York

Nov 13 - 16, 2013
View master paintings from The Hague's Royal Picture Gallery and important New York collections
Starting at $2,795
Call 855-330-1542
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Overview
  • Join us to see some of the most famous paintings of the Dutch Golden Age, when the Frick Collection, one of New York’s jewel museums, hosts the special exhibition Masterpieces of Dutch Paintings from the Mauritshuis. This special exhibition will feature renowned works from The Hague’s Royal Picture Gallery, home to one of the world’s finest painting collections of the era.

    Deepen your insight into Dutch painting as you view 17th-century masterpieces from the Mauritshuis, featuring Rembrandt’s Simeon’s Song of Praise and Vermeer’s iconic Girl with a Pearl Earring, and from the Frick’s impressive permanent collection, including Rembrandt’s Nicolaes Ruts, Vermeer’s Officer and Laughing Girl, and Hals’s Portrait of a Woman. At the Metropolitan Museum of Art, behold four more of Vermeer’s masterpieces and the most important American collection of paintings by Frans Hals. You’ll also visit lower Manhattan to discover New York’s Dutch heritage and tour the impressive Morgan Library, renowned for its important collection of prints, manuscripts, and books. Accommodations are at the comfortable Warwick Hotel, within walking distance of Fifth Avenue and Central Park.
    • Smithsonian Expert
  • Bill Kloss is an art historian who has led over 100 tours for Smithsonian Journeys and our travelers continually look to him for new insight into the world of American and European art.
    • Special Highlights
  • Tour the Frick Collection’s special exhibition, Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Hals: Masterpieces from the Mauritshuis and stay on to view the world-class permanent collection of Dutch paintings, including three additional works by Vermeer.
  • Take a guided tour of the expansive galleries of Dutch Golden Age paintings at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and visit the Morgan Library, which features Old Master drawings and prints; illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts; and early printed books.
  • Visit lower Manhattan to learn about the early history as a Dutch settlement.
  • Enjoy sumptuous meals at some of Manhattan's finest restaurants.
  • Attend daily lectures by Bill Kloss, who provides rich background for your visits.


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