RKD - Nederlands Instituut Voor Kunstgeschiedenis

Netherlands · Museums & Institutions

RKD - Nederlands Instituut voor Kunstgeschiedenis is a prominent knowledge institute based in The Hague, specializing in the visual arts of the Netherlands and Flanders. Established in 1932, it manages an extensive national collection that includes multiple databases, hundreds of archives, and the largest art-historical library focused on Netherlandish art from the late Middle Ages to the present. The RKD serves as a central resource for art historical knowledge, making its collections accessible to museums, researchers, art dealers, and the general public. It offers collection management, research facilitation, and public engagement through symposia, lectures, and exhibitions. The institute collaborates with various stakeholders to promote research and share expertise. Its digital resources include specialized databases and online access to a growing collection, enhancing the study of Netherlandish art history for a diverse audience.