The Golden Age and Beyond

A legacy of artistic achievement

Destinations the world over identify a “golden age” – but the Dutch Golden Age of the 17th century was an inspired period that blended economic fortune and artistic enlightenment together, bringing the Netherlands into the world spotlight. There was a feeling of Dutch nationalism – and artists found new inspirations, most notably displayed in Dutch “realism,” where paintings reflected a wide range of landscapes, cultural lifestyles and philosophical thoughts blending science, religion, and the march of time. We’ve put together some documentaries and media presentations that reveal what made this “Golden Age” unique.