Light, air, water – the painters of The Hague

The Hague Horizon

Admire works by iconic painters such as Andreas Schelfhout, known for his refined winter landscapes, and be surprised by the fresh interpretations of contemporary artists such as Sebastiaan Spit. What connects them? The magical source of inspiration that has attracted artists to The Hague for generations: the ever-changing coastal light of The Hague, Scheveningen and Kijkduin.

From the famous Hague School to today's innovative light catchers, this exhibition offers a rich art-historical overview that lovers of painting, art history and The Hague should not miss.

The Hague School and modern masters in The Hague

Light, air and water are the ingredients that make up clouds, and these three elements form the leitmotif of the exhibition. From Schelfhout to Hussem and from Weissenbruch to Westerik: they all found inspiration in The Hague's skyline and the ever-changing coastal light.

When you look up at the clouds above the North Sea, you see more than just a beautiful spectacle. It is an age-old dialogue between air, light and the Dutch landscape. The paintings in this exhibition capture that fleeting moment and bring it closer than ever, allowing visitors to experience the magic of The Hague's coastal light for themselves.