The Cuypers Library at the Rijksmuseum (2026): Visitor's Guide & Photos The Cuypers Library is the Rijksmuseum’s historic art history research library, designed by Pierre Cuypers and opened in 1885 alongside the main museum. It’s a multi-storey library with cast-iron spiral staircases, ornate wooden shelving, and row upon row of leather-bound art books — one … Read more
Battle of Waterloo Painting (2026): Pieneman's Masterpiece at the Rijksmuseum The Battle of Waterloo (1824) by Dutch painter Jan Willem Pieneman (1779-1853) is one of the largest paintings in the Rijksmuseum — a monumental 567 × 823 cm history painting depicting the decisive moment of the 1815 battle where the Duke of Wellington learned that … Read more
The Asian Pavilion at the Rijksmuseum (2026): Collection, Highlights & Guide The Asian Pavilion is a separate, free-standing wing of the Rijksmuseum dedicated to Asian art — the only part of the museum that isn’t connected to the main Cuypers building. Opened in 2013 as part of the major museum renovation, designed by Spanish architects … Read more
Rijksmuseum in 2 Hours (2026): Complete Self-Guided Route & Must-See Route A well-planned 2-hour Rijksmuseum visit can cover all 12-14 must-see artworks if you follow an efficient route. The best approach: arrive at the 9:00 AM opening slot, go directly to Floor 2 via the main staircase, walk through the Great Hall → Gallery of … Read more