Thyssen-Bornemisza and Mauritshuis Swap 25 Dutch Masterpieces in Landmark Loan

An unprecedented collaboration has been established between the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza in Madrid and the Mauritshuis in The Hague, as they exchange twenty-five remarkable pieces from their permanent collections. In Madrid, visitors can now admire a stunning array of 17th-century Dutch masterpieces showcased in the classical rooms, a newly created exhibition area adjacent to the existing displays of the same artistic period, providing a more comprehensive perspective of that remarkable century. Notable among the exhibits is Johannes Vermeer’s View of Delft (ca. 1660-1661). The Thyssen-Bornemisza family's connections to the Netherlands trace back to the early 20th century when Heinrich (1875–1947) moved to The Hague following the Hungarian Revolution of 1919, where Hans Heinrich was born and raised. This partnership signifies a pivotal moment in museum collaborations.