Frans Hals Museum Reunites Dutch Master with Modernists in Haarlem
The Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem is hosting an exhibition celebrating 150 years since Théophile Thoré-Bürger rediscovered the works of Dutch master Frans Hals in 1868. This landmark show includes approximately 80 pieces from global museums, featuring modernists such as Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Max Liebermann, John Singer Sargent, James Ensor, and Vincent van Gogh. For the first time, Hals's paintings are presented alongside those of the artists he influenced. The exhibition runs from October 13, 2018, to February 10, 2019, across both the Frans Hals Museum and De Hallen Haarlem.
Key facts
- Exhibition marks 150 years since Théophile Thoré-Bürger rediscovered Frans Hals in 1868.
- Thoré-Bürger also revived Vermeer's reputation.
- Show includes works by Courbet, Manet, Liebermann, Sargent, Ensor, and Van Gogh.
- Approximately 80 works from museums worldwide.
- Exhibition runs October 13, 2018 to February 10, 2019.
- Venue: Frans Hals Museum (HOF) and De Hallen Haarlem (HAL).
- First time Hals's paintings are displayed alongside the artists he inspired.
- Hals's style admired for its intensity and passion, close to Impressionism.
Entities
Artists
- Frans Hals
- Théophile Thoré-Bürger
- Johannes Vermeer
- Gustave Courbet
- Édouard Manet
- Max Liebermann
- John Singer Sargent
- James Ensor
- Vincent van Gogh
Institutions
- Frans Hals Museum
- De Hallen Haarlem
Locations
- Haarlem
- Netherlands
- Groot Heiligland 62, 2011 ES Haarlem
- Grote Markt 16, 2011 RD Haarlem