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Vermeer! Virtual Tour Through the Rijksmuseum's Exclusive Exhibit with Dr. Alette Fleischer
The Rijksmuseum's exclusive exhibition will feature twenty-eight of his thirty-six works all in one location, truly making it a unique opportunity never before seen in the art world, and not to be seen again for some time. To best prepare for a visit to this exhibit, or to travel through it from the comfort of your home, your expert, art historian, Dr. Alette Fleischer, will walk you through all twenty-eight of Vermeer's works as well as the organization and key thematic points of the exhibit in an in-depth virtual visit.
Additionally, Dr. Fleischer will dive into a special exhibition in Vermeer's own hometown Furthermore it will inform you on a special exhibition in Vermeer's hometown of Delft at the Princenhof Museum. This exhibit will present works by Vermeer's contemporaries, alongside objects commonly found in Vermeer's paintings: ceramics and carpets, as well as archival objects and personal documents. This seminar, led by art historian and 17th century expert, Dr. Alette Fleischer, will prepare you for your upcoming visit to Amsterdam, and gives the stay-at-homers a unique virtual experience of a lifetime.
Amsterdam-born Alette Fleischer has a degree in Art History and a PhD in 17th Dutch History, focusing on gardens, science, and technology. She has curated several exhibitions, publishes articles, presents lectures, and a proud Context Expert. For Context Travel, Alette has led the Rijksmuseum tours many times. Motto: staying curious is key for being a good historian.
This conversation is suitable for all ages.
105 minutes, including an extended Q&A.
Alette presented a spectacular tour of the Vermeer exhibit—I felt like I was at the Rijismuseum with a most knowledgeable guide. This is an experience that could not be duplicated even if I was able to go to Amsterdam and see the Vermeer paintings myself.
Dr. Fleischer brought every painting to life - she is a master storyteller which made our virtual tour so enjoyable.
I was so excited to be able to view and have expert commentary on the amazing Vermeer Exhibition in the Rijksmuseum ! As always Dr Fleischer was informative and fun with her personal experience of the exhibit, her knowledge of the subject, and her own very human observations. This Context offering shows how the digital world can bring the special.moment in time happening in Amsterdam right now into my living room!
The lecture seemed so personal. Alette's demeanor was very relaxed and made it feel like we were sitting around her livingroom with her. I learned a great deal about the exhibition and the individual paintings. What was most helpful for me was learning how the work was presented and how I would walk though it.
This was wonderful. I really felt like I was in the Museum. Waht a treat to see so many Vermeers close-up. Dr. Fleischer was an excellent guide.