The creator of the distinctive freewheeling style of painting, Frans Hals was one of the most influential painters who defined the 17th century art world. Admired, and often, even despised, for his 'rough-and-ready style', discover an exceptional glimpse of Hals' portraits and masterful pieces at the Rijksmuseum.
The Frans Hals collection at the Rijksmuseum has on display over 50 works by Frans Hals, including the Rijksmuseum's collection as well as special loans of the most prominent paintings.
The Frans Hals collection has over fifty works by the artist that document Hals's artistic evolution.
It will take you up to 2 hours to explore the entire Frans Hals collection.
A few notable artworks from the Frans Hals collection include The Merry Drinker, Portrait of a Couple, The Laughing Cavalier, Catharina Hooft with her Nurse, Malle Babbe, Family Group in a Landscape, Fruit and Vegetable Seller, and The Banquet of the Officers of the St George Civic Guard.