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Museum founded by Henriette Van den Bergh for her son's collection of Dutch art, paintings, sculptures, prints
The museum was founded in 1904 by Henriette Van den Bergh to house her son Fritz's art collection. It contains a veritable treasure trove of paintings, sculptures, stained glass, painted and sculpted altarpieces, offering a virtually complete panorama of the arts of the Old Netherlands. Among the collection's masterpieces: Margot the Mad by Pieter Brueghel the Elder. From April 2025, the museum will close for renovation, but its masterpieces will be on display at the nearby Maison des Vierges.
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Opening time and information on MAYER VAN DEN BERGH MUSEUM
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Admission €10, 18-25 years €6, -18 years free. Closed for renovation from April 23, 2025 until 2029. The highlights of the collection are on display at the nearby Maagdenhuis.
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Immerse yourself in the unique, intimate and warm atmosphere of Antwerp's Mayer van den Bergh museum for an authentic experience. Discover marvelous collections by renowned artists, such as Pieter Bruegel's famous paintings Margot la Folle and Pisser la Lune, or the world-famous 13th-century gilded and polychrome walnut statue Un Jésus Intime. The museum offers a varied program of guided tours for groups, to learn more about Fritz Mayer van den Bergh and his collection. You'll also discover a selection of masterpieces, including the dramatic Despair and Sorrow by Vranke van der Stockt. Among other things, the museum has an on-site boutique offering a varied range of carefully crafted products, so you can take home a souvenir of your visit. You'll find gadgets, authentic gifts, quality books and all kinds of objects inspired by Fritz and Henriette's collection. It's the perfect place to make incredible discoveries in Belgium!
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