The Hague Mesdag Collection Tickets

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Discover valuable works from the 19th century with this ticket to the Mesdag Collection in The Hague . Visit this magical museum and its beautiful garden in the heart of the city and stroll through the Dutch painter's former residence to discover his artistic legacy. Marvel at the exquisite paintings in Mesdag's private collection and then get up close to see his work from seascapes and marine scenes to still lifes and nautical works, some painted by his wife.

In addition to the art of Hendrik Willem and Sientje Mesdag, see paintings by the Hague School and the French Barbizon School and then visit the temporary exhibitions the museum organises to discover other artists.

  • Embark on a journey through art with this ticket to the Mesdag collection in the heart of The Hague.
  • Discover valuable paintings and works of art from the 19th century in the former residence of the Mesdag family.
  • Admire Mesdag' s seascapes and also see the work of Sientje Mesdag-van Houten, as well as French and Impressionist masterpieces.
  • Visit the museum's temporary exhibitions and discover other artists and artistic movements.

What’s included

  • Entrance to the Mesdag collection in The Hague.
  • Access to temporary exhibitions.

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If you are an art lover, this ticket to the Mesdag Collection in The Hague is for you. Visit this museum, part of the former mansion of Hendrik Willem Mesdag and his wife Sientje van Houten, and discover an exceptional collection of paintings and artworks from the 19th century . Explore the art of Dutch painter Mesdag, from his nautical works and still lifes to French and Hague School masterpieces.

Overall, this impressive collection brings together both the art of the painter Mesdag and the paintings and objets d'art that Mesdag collected with his wife between 1866 and 1903 . Stop to view exquisite artefacts from his private collection and let yourself be swept away by the thrill of exploring over 300 works from the 19th century. You will see everything from paintings, drawings, watercolours, engravings to an important collection of ceramics from Japan, decorative bronze objects, period furniture and antique Dutch manufactures.

Throughout your visit you will see a wide variety of masterpieces related to the French Barbizon School and the Hague School . You will discover French Impressionist works by Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro and Auguste Renoir, and even realistic paintings of landscapes and urban scenes by artists such as Jozef Israëls, Jacob Maris, Willen Maris and Anton Mauve, among others.

Marvel at the stunning seascapes of Hendrik Willem Mesdag himself, and also admire the landscape and seascape paintings of the talented Sientje Mesdag-van Houten.

In addition to paintings, you will also see sculptures of historical and mythological figures and enjoy access to the museum' s temporary exhibitions. Discover new perspectives, artistic movements and styles, and to top it all off, take a break in the museum's beautiful garden .

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    All excellent and very well organised!
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    A must-see if you're in The Hague
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    An ideal garden to take a break!
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    This type of tour is not very well known and can therefore be enjoyed to the fullest, given the small group sizes.
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