A man in the spotlight (self-portrait).
A beautiful estate, impressive minimalistic architecture and a very Instagrammable collection of art. That sums up what Museum Voorlinden in Wassenaar, the Netherlands, has to offer. Displaying parts of the privately-owned collection of industrialist and art collector Joop van Caldenborgh (The Caldic Collection) it is great fun to visit Voorlinden.
Swimming pool from 2016, by Leandro Erlich.
This art work is accessible through a staircase.
In bed from 2005, by Ron Mueck.
Couple under an Umbrella from 2013, by Ron Mueck.
Giant skulls by Ron Mueck.
The museum building
Dirk Jan Postel of van Kraaijvanger architects was the designer of the 4,000 square metre (43,065 sq feet) modern museum building that was opened in September 2016. The minimalistic and very functional design is a joy to discover, with wall-heigh glass windows and nature stone walls. The gardens and the museum restaurant, located in the former mansion, date back to 1912 and have the look and feel of an English estate.
View to the outside world through wall-high windows.
Open Ended from 2007-2008, by Richard Serra.
Hallway with wall-heigh windows with a view of the lushy garden.
The library of Museum Voorlinden.