Exhibition View on the Canals

Throughout the centuries, Amsterdam’s canals have inspired artists such as Berckheyde and Breitner. In this group exhibition, held in the year of Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary, we aim to show how the canals remain a powerful source of inspiration for contemporary artists. Not only because of the beauty of the canal belt, but also because of the eventful history that took place along and on the canals.

The canals are more than just a beautiful backdrop for millions of tourists. They are cherished by the residents who live and work along the canals. The canals are full of history, but also with less beautiful sides. The artists showcased in this exhibition each offer a different perspective on the canals through paintings, photography, drawings, sculptures, and poetry. Some works are recognizable, while others are completely abstract, but each work invites you to look deeper and uncover new layers of meaning in what you see. Some artists have even created new work for this exhibition.