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Artis Library, Amsterdam, the Netherlands (19th century library)
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martveldhuis · 5 years
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Locaties:
Bordello a Parigi (Platenzaak Amsterdam)
Merry-GO-Wild(Platenzaak Amsterdam)
Huis van Iemand anders (Bar in Amsterdam)
Een huiselijke bar met kelder waar ook wel gedraaid wordt.  Erg actief op social media. Veel jongeren (18-30)
Q-Factory (Poppodium Amsterdam)
Pop podium met veel ruimte voor jonge muzikanten, oefenruimtes,
Torentje Muiderpoort (Zie hieronder)
Ik weet niet of dit mogelijk is maar dit torentje fasineerd mij al een tijd en ben benieuw hoe het daar boven is. Midden op station muiderpoort met verchillende trein sporen.
Tandarts
Bij de tandarts komen mensen met ieder een uniek gebit, verschillende instrumenten en ieder zn eigen verhaal.
ARTIS
Misschien wat voor de hand liggend maar genoeg ruimte en inspiratie om werk te maken. Er komen genoeg mensen langs en verhalend gezien gebeurd er veel met dieren als zowel mensen.
Muziekgebouw aan ‘t ij
De Gooyer (Molen)
Openbaar Bibliotheek Amsterdam.
Paradiso
KNMI Egmond aan Zee (reddingsbrigade)
Het lijkt me altijd al tof  om een keer meet e varen met de reddingsbrigade. Ik heb vroeger lang gewerkt in Egmond en ken ook wle mensen die als vrijwilliger werken bij de reddingsbrigade.
Shelter
Marktkantine (Club Amsterdam West)
Skatecafe (Restaurant/Club Amsterdam Noord)
De Veluwe
Klein Berlijn (Restaurant, broedplaats)
Red Light Radio
The Crave (festival
Oude Kerk a/d Amstel Pontje.
GVB Point Noord
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jurjenkvanderhoek · 3 years
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De kunst van kleur door de tijd gevormd
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Kleur, dat is in realiteit te benaderen als vaststaand gegeven, rood is rood, blauw is blauw. Zo is het. Maar kleur is ook gevoelsmatig te aanvaarden. Dan staat rood voor liefde en groen voor natuur. Is roze vrouwelijk en blauw mannelijk. Is zwart negatief en wit positief. Dat kan, maar is voor ieder ander verschillend. Geen wonder dat in de reclamewereld kleuren worden aangewend om bepaalde gevoelens bij mensen op te roepen. Door de eeuwen hebben denkers het fenomeen kleur proberen te ontraadselen. Hoe ontstaat het, wat is het. Welke kleuren zijn hoofdkleuren waaruit dan weer de rest ontstaat. Complementaire kleuren, wat is bruin. Kleuren veranderen door ze te donkeren. Ook in de nacht bestaan kleuren.
In het boek “De kleur van kunst” probeert Marianne Roodenburg het belang van kleur in de wereldgeschiedenis te duiden en de noodzaak van kunst daarmee uit te leggen. Aan de hand van zakelijke denkbeelden van filosofen en wetenschappers, en door emotionele dromen die kunstenaars verbeelden. Kleur kan wetenschappelijk worden benaderd. Kleur is licht dat in beweging is en stuit op objecten. Het ene object neemt meer licht op of kaatst het juist terug. Hoe ontstaat kleur door licht in de zichtbare werkelijkheid, en op welke manier mengt het zich in pigmenten om een beeltenis te maken. Dat is wat men zich afvroeg en ging beredeneren. Al in de vroege oudheid werd nagedacht over kleur om het leven te vangen. Denkbeelden zijn door de eeuwen heen overgenomen, het heeft mijn idee van de wereld gevormd.
Mensen kunnen ten opzichte van elkaar en onderling verschillend aan elkaar, anders een kunstwerk bekijken en beredeneren. Het zien van kleuren kan verschillend zijn, het aanvoelen van kleur ook - dat hangt samen met achtergrond en levenservaring. Iemand kan een ander idee hebben bij rood dan ik die heb. Een werkelijkheid is realiteit tot op zekere hoogte, maar de abstracte versimpeling roept een gevoel door de kleurensamenstelling erin bij iemand op. Bij de één kan die anders zijn dan bij de ander. Kunst is een geval van smaak, maar meer nog is de kleur de waarde. De waarde om iets mooi te vinden of juist niet. Want ik zie de dingen niet zoals ze zijn, maar zoals ik mezelf zie met mijn ballast van wat ik heb meegemaakt tot nu in het leven. Ik interpreteer het geziene naar mijn eigen ervaring. Zo neem ik kleuren ook waar. Mijn brein beschouwt de wereld  niet als een gegeven, maar construeert met de kleur de realiteit. Mijn realiteit. Mijn hersenen sporen actief op wat mij interesseert. Dat werkt bij iedereen zo en daarom kijkt een ieder anders vanuit een tegengesteld gezichtspunt naar hetzelfde ding. “Niets is minder werkelijk dan de werkelijkheid”, lees ik ergens in het boek.
Kunst zorgt voor afleiding, kan inspireren, troost bieden en mijn blik verruimen. Kunst brengt naast de harde wetenschap de verbeelding binnen. Ik zie een kleur, maar het zegt me niets zolang ik er geen associaties bij heb. In het boek wordt de kleurwaarneming wel biologisch uitgelegd. Hoe werkt het oog, hoe zet het beeld zich in de hersenen. Er is een historische beleving, want een kleur kan mij doen herinneren aan een gebeurtenis. Maar er is ook een emotionele uitleg, omdat kleuren bij mij gevoelens oproepen. Zelfs kan ik de geur van een kleur ruiken, omdat ik waarneem met meerdere zintuigen dan enkel het zicht. De kleur kan niet los zijn van een vorm, hoewel kunstenaars in de vorige eeuw daar tegenstrijdig mee om zijn gegaan. Maar mijn hersenen willen houvast en zoeken naar vorm, willen herkenning en vertrouwd raken met de signalen die van buiten door de ogen naar binnen komen. De kunstenaar kan van het proces, dat mijn waarneming bepaald, gebruik maken om bij mij spanning en emotie op te roepen. Maar ik moet daar wel voor open staan, op één lijn zitten met het kunstwerk, mijn gevoel aanroepen. Kunst roept emotie op. Dat heeft te maken met vorm, kleur en uiteraard met de voorstelling en het onderwerp. Het kan mooi zijn of lelijk, het geeft emotionele spanning – negatief dan wel positief. Kunst wordt gemaakt om mensen te raken, het werkt positief op het welzijn van mij als mens. Dat doen kleuren ook.
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We Wonder Where the White Went, 28 april - 26 mei 2019, Arti et Amicitiae, Amsterdam
Kleuren zijn subjectief, ik neem ze waar in een vorm maar ik kan er niet objectief naar kijken omdat de ander er iets anders in kan zien dan dat ik erin zie. Het brein geeft een eigen invulling. En ieders brein is door andere invloeden van buitenaf gevormd. Ieder mens is uniek. Elk mens heeft een eigen waarheid, een uniforme waarheid bestaat eigenlijk niet. Er is een waarheid die als realiteit wordt aangenomen, maar een ieder heeft daarvan een eigen interpretatie. Elk doorvoelt de omgeving verschillend. Er kan een algemene deler zijn, een waarheid die als gemiddeld waar wordt aangemerkt omdat er toch orde zou moeten zijn. Zo is het ook met de kleuren. Deze zijn onderhevig aan heersende normen en waarden. De kleur stond ten dienste van de vorm, van de expressie. Door de eeuwen heen was het vooral de kerk die bepaalde welke standaard werd gehandhaafd. Naarmate de religie minder vat heeft op de samenleving staat de standaard minder vast. Maar toch blijf ik kleuren interpreteren en aanwenden door die geschiedenis en mijn eigen opvoeding daarin.
“De kleur van kunst” is een verhelderende uitgave, waarin vragen antwoorden krijgen. Een wetenschappelijke opsomming naast een historische gewaarwording. Er worden belangrijke kunstenaars aangevoerd die speelden met kleur in hun werk. Wat dit fenomeen voor hen betekende en hoe ze het gebruikten om voor hen aansprekende beelden te scheppen die voor mij zeggingskracht hebben. Vooral in het abstracte idioom spreekt kleur een hartig woord mee. Het is het onderwerp op zich. Kleur komt los van vorm en krijgt een eigen duiding zonder tastbare voorstelling. Ik zie wat ik zie, maar is dat de waarheid. Sluit ik mijn ogen dan kleurt de werkelijkheid zich complementair in nabeelden. Ik voel de dingen met mijn ogen, mijn blik streelt de vormen. Zien is een verklaarbare reactie van mijn lichaam, mijn zintuigen. Is mijn blik gewend aan dat zichtbare, dan volgt een zien van symbolen dat zoals eerder geschreven samenhangt met de historie in het algemeen en mijn ervaring in het bijzonder.
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Crossing Colors, 11 maart - 27 mei 2018, Kunsthal 45, Den Helder
Niet alleen gaat “De kleur van kunst” over kleur en kunst. Het boek had evengoed “de kunst van kleur” als titel kunnen hebben, want het vergt veel kennis de tinten te duiden. Kleur is door de tekstbijdragen gezet in historisch perspectief. Wordt de kleurenleer aangehaald, komen filosofen aan het woord die diep nadenken over het hoe en waarom. Kunstenaars die antwoorden geven op de door hen gebruikte manier en werking van kleur. Een aantal hedendaagse kunstenaars beschrijven stijl en techniek, waarbij voorbeelden zijn afgedrukt zodat ik een beeld bij het woord krijg. Voor de beeldvorming van andere aangehaalde kunstenaars moet ik mijn bibliotheek van kunstboeken aanspreken of de zoekmachine op internet. Want beelden spreken nog altijd meer dan woorden. Door dit boek is mijn kijk op de omgeving en de kleuren daarin anders geworden. De historie van het fenomeen kleur te kennen heeft mijn blik verruimd. Zie ik helder, zijn mijn denkbeelden geen dromen meer.
DE KLEUR VAN KUNST, denkbeelden & dromen. Marianne Roodenburg, beeldend kunstenaar en auteur, met bijdragen van filosoof Onno Zijlstra en kunsthistoricus Sandrine van Noort. Roodenburg Uitgevers, 2020.
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Venezia celebra Bosch. Le visioni del maestro fiammingo (e seguaci) a Palazzo Ducale
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> Anonimo seguace di Jheronimus Bosch
Tentazioni di sant’Antonio metà del XVI secolo olio su tavola, 77 x 96,5 cm Venezia, Museo Correr, legato Teodoro Correr 1830, inv. Cl. i n. 160 2017 Credit © Archivio fotografico – Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia
A Palazzo Ducale, una grande mostra chiude le lunghe celebrazioni per il quinto centenario della morte del pittore olandese. Sino al 4 giugno.
Anche Venezia partecipa alle celebrazioni del cinquecentenario della morte di Jheronimus Bosch (’s-Hertogenbosch, 1450 – 1516), il maestro fiammingo della meraviglia e del grottesco; architetto visionario di mondi brulicanti di bizzarre creature; “pittore di sogni e mostriciattoli”, come lo catalogò il veneziano Marcantonio Michiel, nel manoscritto cinquecentesco Notizia d’opere di disegno.
Dopo il successo di pubblico registrato lo scorso anno dalle grandi monografiche allestite al Prado di Madrid e al Noordbrabants Museum, nella cittadina olandese che diede nome e natali al pittore, Palazzo Ducale ha inaugurato la stagione espositiva del nuovo anno con Jheronimus Bosch e Venezia, una mostra che è un passo a due tra il pittore olandese e la città lagunare, allestita nelle stanze dell’Appartamento del Doge, tra monumentali camini di marmo, soffitti intagliati, fregi pittorici e stucchi. Un’ambientazione che non distoglie l’attenzione dalle opere esposte. Semmai contribuisce a contestualizzarle, rievocando i tempi della Venezia rinascimentale, quando il cardinale Domenico Grimani, letterato e raffinato collezionista, acquistò due trittici e un insieme di quattro tavole di Bosch eseguite “alla prima”, senza disegno preparatorio. Il pittore olandese era scomparso di recente e Grimani, tramite un tal Daniel van Bomberghen, mercante ed editore di libri in ebraico, fece portare i dipinti dalle Fiandre a Venezia, dove sono rimasti sino ad oggi come parte delle collezioni pubbliche veneziane. Ed è proprio questo nucleo di opere ad essere il perno della mostra.
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Jan van Scorel (ambito di) (Schoorl, 1495 – Utrecht, 1562) La Torre di Babele 1520-1530 circa olio su tavola; 58 x 75 cm Venezia, Museo Nazionale delle Gallerie dell’Accademia (in deposito alla Galleria Giorgio Franchetti alla Ca’ d’Oro, inv. d. 132) Credit © Archivio fotografico Gallerie dell’Accademia “su concessione del Ministero dei beni e delle attività culturali e del turismo. Museo Nazionale Gallerie dell’Accademia di Venezia
Attraversate le prime stanze con l’introduzione video del curatore dell’esposizione, Bernard Aikema, e una doppia timeline che mette in relazione fatti salienti della vita di Bosch con quanto accadeva nella Venezia di quel periodo, il visitatore incontra i trittici Tre santi eremiti e Martirio di santa Ontcommernis (Wilgefortis, Liberata). Entrambi autografi e realizzati da Bosch nella maturità, tra il 1495 e il 1505 circa, i dipinti sono accompagnati da riproduzioni delle analisi radiografiche che sono state effettuate di recente – assieme ad un accurato restauro conservativo – e che hanno rivelato nuove informazioni sulla genesi, l’evoluzione e il significato delle opere. Il gruppo di quattro tavole intitolate Paradiso e Inferno (Visioni dall’Aldilà) e datate tra il 1505 e il 1515, sono invece esposte nella sala successiva, assieme ad una piccola selezione di oggetti in bronzo del Cinquecento, raffiguranti satiri, dragoni e altri animali mostruosi, che arredavano gli studioli degli intellettuali del tempo di area veneta, a dimostrazione che la fortuna di Bosch e degli eredi del suo immaginario trova spiegazione nel fascino per il fantastico, il mostruoso e il grottesco, già diffuso nell’Italia settentrionale.
La mostra si sofferma poi sulla figura del cardinale e su alcuni pezzi della sua collezione: dal cosiddetto Breviario Grimani, un manoscritto di eccezionale valore miniato da artisti fiamminghi, alla placchetta argenteacon la Flagellazione di Cristo realizzata dal Moderno,passando per statue e busti di età classica.
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Jacob Isaacsz van Swanenburg La bocca dell’Inferno e la nave di Caronte con la Sibilla cumana ed Enea Inizio del XVII secolo Olio su tela 96,5 x 150 cm Collezione privata, Svizzera
L’eredità di Bosch è, invece, la tematica che si indaga nelle ultime sale, con dipinti, disegni e stampe di seguaci – anche anonimi – dell’artista fiammingo. Tra scene infernali e visioni apocalittiche con motivi alla Bosch, si fa notare la serie sui Sette vizi capitali, ispirata a disegni dell’olandese Pieter Bruegel il Vecchio, che, a sua volta, aveva attinto dall’inquietante universo boschiano. A chiudere il percorso espositivo, il trionfo di Bosch nel Seicento barocco con, in particolare, una selezione di opere di Joseph Heintz il Giovane, artista tedesco che visse in laguna dal 1625 sino alla sua morte, avvenuta nel 1678.
Il visitatore non si aspetti di trovare dipinti mai visti prima a Venezia: fatta qualche eccezione, le opere in esposizione – oltre 50 – provengono per lo più da istituzioni veneziane, come il Museo Correr, la Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana e le Gallerie dell’Accademia. Il merito della mostra sta nell’aver costruito sapientemente una nuova narrazione su opere già a disposizione del sistema museale cittadino, integrando l’allestimento con qualche notevole prestito. Un riuscito lavoro di sinergie istituzionali, dunque, che fa luce su Bosch e il suo rapporto longevo con Venezia.
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Anonimo dei Paesi Bassi Inferno 1500 circa olio su tavola Venezia, Museo Correr, legato Teodoro Correr 1830, inv. Cl. I n. 515 2017 Credit © Archivio fotografico – Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia
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> Bosch in mostra a Venezia (foto Marta Pettinau)
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> da Pieter Bruegel il Vecchio (Breda, 1526-1527? – Bruxelles, 1569) Pieter van der Heyden (Anversa, 1550 – Berchem, 1572) I sette vizi capitali (L’Ira), 1558 Bulino, 245 x 320 mm Bruxelles, Koninklijke Bibliotheek van België, S.IV. 22001 Credit © All rights reserved. Royal Library of Belgium
Bosch in mostra a Venezia (foto Marta Pettinau)
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> Joseph Heintz il Giovane
Medea ringiovanisce Esone 1640-1650 Olio su tela; 50 x 89 cm Collezione privata ©Matteo De Fina
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> Jheronimus Bosch
Polittico delle Visioni dell’Aldilà 1505-1515 circa Olio su tavola, 88,5 x 39,8 cm; 88,8 x 39,9 cm; 88,8 x 39,6 cm; 88,8 x 39,6 cm Credit © Archivio fotografico Gallerie dell’Accademia, “su concessione del Ministero dei beni e delle attività culturali e del turismo. Museo Nazionale Gallerie dell’Accademia di Venezia”
Bosch in mostra a Venezia (foto Marta Pettinau)
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> Jheronimus Bosch
Polittico delle Visioni dell’Aldilà 1505-1515 circa Olio su tavola, 88,5 x 39,8 cm; 88,8 x 39,9 cm; 88,8 x 39,6 cm; 88,8 x 39,6 cm Credit © Archivio fotografico Gallerie dell’Accademia, “su concessione del Ministero dei beni e delle attività culturali e del turismo. Museo Nazionale Gallerie dell’Accademia di Venezia”
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> Jheronimus Bosch
Trittico dei santi Eremiti 1495-1505 circa Olio su tavola Tavola sinistra 84,5 x 29,2 cm; tavola centrale 85,7 x 28,9 cm; tavola destra 85,7 x 28,9 Credit © Archivio fotografico Gallerie dell’Accademia, “su concessione del Ministero dei beni e delle attività culturali e del turismo. Museo Nazionale Gallerie dell’Accademia di Venezia”
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> Jheronimus Bosch
Trittico di Santa liberata o Wilgerfortis 1495-1505 circa Olio su tavola Tavola sinistra 105,2 x 27,5 cm; tavola centrale 105,2 x 62,7 cm; tavola destra 104,7 x 27,9 cm Credit © Archivio fotografico Gallerie dell’Accademia, “su concessione del Ministero dei beni e delle attività culturali e del turismo. Museo Nazionale Gallerie dell’Accademia di Venezia”
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> Jheronimus Bosch
Polittico delle Visioni dell’Aldilà 1505-1515 circa Olio su tavola, 88,5 x 39,8 cm; 88,8 x 39,9 cm; 88,8 x 39,6 cm; 88,8 x 39,6 cm Credit © Archivio fotografico Gallerie dell’Accademia, “su concessione del Ministero dei beni e delle attività culturali e del turismo. Museo Nazionale Gallerie dell’Accademia di Venezia”
INFORMAZIONI UTILI
Jheronimus Bosch e Venezia
sino al 4 giugno 2017
Palazzo Ducale, Appartamento del Doge
San Marco, 1, 30124 Venezia
http://palazzoducale.visitmuve.it
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Marta Pettinau - Curatrice, project manager per la cultura e giornalista freelance, vive e lavora ad Alghero ma con la valigia in mano e un debole per Venezia e Istanbul. Laureata a Sassari in Scienze dei Beni Culturali, ha conseguito nel 2011 la laurea specialistica in Progettazione e Produzione delle Arti Visive presso lo IUAV di Venezia
See more at: http://www.artslife.com/2017/03/05/venezia-celebra-bosch-le-visioni-del-maestro-fiammingo-e-dei-suoi-seguaci-a-palazzo-ducale/#sthash.Z8QU714H.dpuf
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rypstory · 5 years
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Buku Perpustakaan
Saya sangat senang mengajak serta Asa ke Bibliotheek atau perpustakaan kota. Selain tempatnya nyaman, dekat dengan pusat kota dan free wifi. Ada hal yang ingin saya soroti disini yaitu koleksi bukunya.
Saya baru sadar setelah minggu kemarin mengambil salah satu buku di rak. Ya Allah, bahasa inggris. Saya terkejut dan senang. Bagaimana tidak, selama ini saya meminjam buku yang berbahasa Belanda. Dengan kemampuan yang sangat sedikit sekali saya coba menceritakan kepada Asa. Tak jarang juga cerita itu saya coba hubungan dengan gambar karena tidak paham arti yang sebenarnya. Sayang rasanya dan seperti terlihat mengkhianati cita-cita penulisnya. Ada saja pesan yang ingin disampaikan namun tidak tersalurkan karena keterbatasan bahasa saya.
Dan lebih bahagianya lagi, ada satu rak yang dikhususkan untuk buku bahasa inggris. Tinggal pilih-pilih dan tidak terasa sudah membawa 14 buku. Saya putuskan untuk meninggalkan 4 dan hanya membawa sisanya.
Buku dengan kualitas tinggi ini memanjakan mata saya dan tentunya Asa. Dia mengeksplor satu persatu buku yang berbeda karakteristik. Saya memilih buku yang bisa mengeluarkan suara, yang flap-Book, yang mengikuti garis-garis di buku, yang ada motorik sensorinya. Dan dari ukuran kecil sampai ukuran besar.
Buku-buku ini juga bebas debu dan sangat terawat. Bahkan saya beberapa kali mendapatkan buku baru yang masih wangi percetakan. Melihat ini, saya semakin bersyukur dimana saya bisa memberikan pengalaman yang baik untuk Asa dalam dunia membaca.
Jadi kapan ke Bibliotheek lagi?
Eindhoven, 15 Jan 2019
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56 Free Things To Do In Amsterdam
This article was originally published here: 56 Free Things To Do In Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a unique little city, probably my favorite in Europe because it’s just soooo cute. It’s full of tasteful art exhibitions, street galleries, shops, bars, restaurants and beautiful homes nestled along canals and bridges. Though the capital of the Netherlands is not as expensive as London or Paris, it’s always nice to save some money while still trying new things in the city. Luckily, there are a great number of options for tourists and locals alike – I found a total of 56 Free Things To Do In AMsterdam. That way, you’ll have more money to spend on “Pataat Special” and “Pannekoeken” (food) – and isn’t that what we all want?
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Here we go, 56 Free Things To Do in Amsterdam:
1 – Art Galleries on Nieuwe Spiegelstraat
If you have a love for antiques – go to Nieuwe Spiegelstraat street. This street is lined up with antique shops with each store dedicated to a different style of collections. There is one shop in particular, Thom & Lenny Nelis Antiques, which holds a unique collection of globes, telescopes, and other nautical instruments. It’s a cool, free thing to do in Amsterdam, especially if you like discovering old treasures.
2 – Red Light District
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3 – Free Ferry Rides
Take a free ride across the IJ river. The ferry is located just behind the Central Station and it’s completely free and open to the public. Enjoy the views on the water or explore the areas that the ferry takes you to. There are 3 different routes: Buiksloterweg (goes just across the river), IJplein (residential area with shops) and NDSM Werf (the longest route with sights of the industrial harbor). Take a look here for the Ferry departure times and trip information.
4 – Flower Market
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5 – Central Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam (OBA)
If you are a book lover, visit the Main Library of Amsterdam, the Central branch of Bibliotheek. They house 1.5 million books, periodicals, CDs, games and DVDs as well as a theater and comfy workplaces. It’s open to the public meaning and completely free. The public library also has a top-floor restaurant with a terrace that offers beautiful views of the city. Monday-Sunday 10:00am-10:00pm. Oosterdokskade 143, 1011 DL
6 – Vondelpark
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What is a better free thing to do than going to the park, especially in summer? Vondelpark is Amsterdam’s most popular city park. It offers a lot of activities with great scenery – going for a walk, cycling, playing a ball game, or you can have a little picnic here. Maybe you’ll even get lucky and an open-air concert will be going on. Van Baerlestraat & Vondelpark, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
7 – NEMO Science Museum
NEMO Science Museum has a 22m high panorama terrace on its roof with free admission. From the terrace you can enjoy spectacular views and sitting. There is also a cafe if you get hungry or need something to drink. Open Tuesday-Sunday from 10:00am-5:30pm. Oosterdok 2, Amsterdam, Netherlands
8 – Canal Ring
Amsterdam is known for having many canals flowing throughout the city. Since the waterways are protected by the UNESCO World Heritage Center, touring around them is like exploring through a live culture and nature exhibit. Most of the beautifully designed Canal homes can be found on Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht. Located around the old city center.
9 – Multatuli Museum
The Multatuli Museum is actually a patrician house located in Old Amsterdam centre. The museum is dedicated to one of the most honorable Dutch writers, Eduard Dekker. Entry for visiting the house is completely free and it’s a great opportunity to check out memorable manuscripts and objects linked to the writers past. Open Saturday & Sunday 12:00am-5:00pm and Tuesdays 10:00am-5:00pm. Korsjesportsteeg 20, 1012 LK, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
10 – Amsterdam’s Chinatown
Amsterdam’s Chinatown is made up of some city blocks with lots of Asian markets, souvenir shops, and restaurants. It’s located right beside the market square of Nieuwmarkt and the Red Light District. It’s going to be hard not spending some money on food here though – I warned you  
11 – Fo Guang Shan He Hua Temple
While visiting Amsterdam’s very own Chinatown, don’t forget to see the modern and beautiful temple. It’s the largest Chinese-inspired, Buddhist temple in Europe. It is open to the public so another free thing that you can do in Amsterdam. If you’re like me and fascinated by religious temples, it will definitely be worth the trip. Zeedijk 106, 1012 BB, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
12 – NDSM Area
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With the ferry right behind Central Station you can get to NDSM Werf. There you will discover a ravaged area where an underground culture emerged. This area is full of street art worthy of checking out. You will also find many cultural events, cafes, and art exhibitions. What’s a better free thing to do in Amsterdam than discovering an interesting area with cultural artwork?
13 – Cultural Park of Westergas Factory
The Westergasfabriek used to be a factory constructed to produce gas that was needed to illuminate the street lights of Amsterdam. Since then it has turned into a cultural haven with several attractions such as restaurants, clubs, bars, art galleries, and shops. You can get to Westergasfabriek from the Central Station. It’s a lovely idea to go for a walk or bike ride around and explore, from Haarlemmerdijk, following the shopping street of Haarlemmerstraat to the end. Across the bridge on the right you will enter Westpark. At the end of Westpark is where you will find Westergasfabriek. Westergasfabriek BV Pazzanistraat 33, 1014 DB Amsterdam, Netherlands.
14 – Walking Tour by SANDEMANs New Europe
SANDEMANs holds a free walking tour brought to you by young, local and talented guides. It is one of the best ways to discover Amsterdam city and learn about it’s interesting history. It’s a completely free thing to do, but tips for the guides are recommended. Tours are offered every day at 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, & 2:00pm. Meeting point is in front of the Old Church (Oude Kerk) that’s located in the heart of the Red Light District.
15 – Artisplein at Royal Artis Zoo
Artisplein is an open space for the public at the Royal Artis Zoo. You can go to check out views of animals and surroundings without spending a penny. At Artisplein you’ll find a great sitting area where you can sit, enjoy watching the animals, and have something to eat and drink. Open from 7:00am-11:30pm. Artisplein, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
16 – Lunch Concert at Concertgebouw
Watch a 30-minute public performance as artists rehearse for their evening performance. Don’t miss out a chance on viewing one of the best orchestras in the world rehearse for their performance of ensembles of the Dutch Conservatory and chamber music by young and talented artists. Every Wednesday at 12:30pm, from mid-September through June. Concertgebouw of Museum Square.
17 – Muziektheater Opera
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Are you a fan of opera music and ballet? Artists from the opera and Dutch Philharmonic also have free lunchtime gigs located at their Mod venue. You’ll see talented, well-known performers and dance troupes. Every Tuesday at 12:30pm, September through May. Boekmanzaal, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
18 – Bimhuis for Jazz
Another freebie for people who appreciate some talented musicians. The Bimhuis are famously known in Amsterdam for their jazz music. Enjoy some free jamming blues at their Eastern Dockland venue. Every Tuesday at 10:00pm. Piet Heinkade 3, 1019 BR, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
19 – Take a photo at the “I” Amsterdam Sign
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The huge slogan “I amsterdam” is probably the most popular city icon. People love visiting the sign, especially because it is the perfect opportunity to take a classic picture. And hey, it doesn’t cost a cent, so why not? Located at the back of the Rijksmuseum on Museumplein.
20 – Go to the Beach
Some of you will be surprised to know that although Amsterdam is not famous for their beaches, they still have a beautiful coastline that offers plenty of activities and entertainment. The three main beaches are Zandvoort aan Zee, Bloemendaal aan Zee, and IJmuiden aan Zee.
21 – Vrije University Botanical Garden
If you’re a fan of gardens and want to enjoy a relaxing day, visit the Botanical Garden at Vrije University. This garden offers over 6,000 species of plants, amongst these are some really rare and endangered species. It also could be a great, romantic idea for couples to come and it is completely free to visit. Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm. Van der Boechorststraat 8, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
22 – EYE Film Museum
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The EYE Film Museum can be easily recognized by its unique architectural design. The museum’s purpose is to preserve and present Dutch and other films that were screened in the Netherlands. The building itself is pretty remarkable and makes for a great picture. Although there is an entry fee, there is a basement that is open to the public where there is a Panorama room displaying around 100 movie clips and scenes. There are also cool, futuristic viewing pods, that are neat to check out. Basement is open everyday 10:00am-6:00pm. IJpromenade 1, 1031 KT, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
23 – Vondelbunker
Vondelbunker has a unique history that’s worth checking out. It was originally built for the purpose of a bomb shelter in the 1940’s and in the 1960’s became a nightclub spot. Now the Vondelbunker is a place for concerts, cinema nights, different performances, art exhibits. It is free to enter, that is if you can find the entrance that is tucked away under a bridge in Vondelpark. Vondelpark 8a, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
24 – Albert Cuyp Market
A traditional Dutch market with over 300 booths along both sides of Albert Cuyp street. Go and explore the Albert Cuyp’s market, you can find a variety of things such as cheese, fish, fruits, spices, clothes, cosmetics and linens. It is always free to window shop  Open Monday through Saturday from 9:30am to 5:00pm. 1072 CN.
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25 – Nine Streets (Negen Straatjes)
This small network of streets in the heart of the historic center of Amsterdam is famously known as the Nine Streets. It’s one of the best areas to explore and walk around as there are many unique boutiques, the best restaurants, and bars. Window shopping and exploring new areas is one of the best enjoyable and not to mention free things that you could do.
26 – Wind Down at Begijnhof
Begijnhof, essentially a small square of charming, historic buildings with an enclosed courtyard and garden. It is reached through a tiny passageway and you will find a peaceful place where you can wind down, read a book and just take a look around. Gedempte Begijnensloot, 1012 RM.
27 – Westerkerk Church
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Visit the largest church in Amsterdam, built in the 1600’s. The Protestant church is a special landmark in the Old City centre. It can be recognized by the tall Westerkerk tower. Inside, the church is designed by rich modern interior. Explore the inside of the church, or climb to the top of the tower and enjoy views of the city. Although entry of the church is free, you’ll have to pay a small fee to go up the tower. There even is a free carillon concert: the 48-bell carillon plays every Tuesday from 12pm – 1pm Open everyday except Sunday from 11:00am-3:00pm. Prinsengracht 281, 1016 GW, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
28 – Jordaan’s Many Hofjes
An area similar to Begijnhof’s peaceful oasis can be found in Jordaan. There are many hidden hofjes (courtyards) surrounded by historical houses. The historical homes are a must-see; they are designed beautifully! The gardens are quiet and relaxing and most are open to the public, just make sure you are allowed to enter, just in case.
29 – Walk Around Zaanse Schans
Another street that is wonderful to come and look around, Zaanse Schans St. This street is actually a residential area that is influenced by the 18th and 19th century. On this street you will find all kinds of cool places like a bakery museum, a warehouse where clogs are made, many windmills, a cheese factory, and different kinds of workshops.
30 – Rembrandtplein Square
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Rembrandtplein square is named after the famous Dutch painter, Rembrandt Van Rijn. It is a great free thing to do in Amsterdam and around you will also find other attractions worth seeing such as a classic theater building from the 1920’s. Rembrandtplein is famous for its bars and clubs. So you can also check out a place you want to go out to later in the night. Rembrandtplein St.
31 – Walk around Schuttersgalerij
Visit Schuttersgalerij for an impressive Civic Guard gallery. The gallery has a passageway that is open to the public. You will find 15 huge paintings of Amsterdam Civic Guards from the 17th century. Where else can you see huge paintings hanging in the street? It’s a completely free thing to do in Amsterdam and it’ll be a cool sight as well. Every day from 10:00am-5:00pm. Kalverstraat 92 1012 PH.
32 – Stadsarchief (Amsterdam City Archives)
Amsterdam City Archives have a length of over 32 kilometers. It’s an interesting place to visit as it collects and protects official documents relevant for the city of Amsterdam. Some cool treasures can be found here such as the report of the theft of Anne Frank’s bicycle in 1942, a letter by Charles Darwin to Artis Royal Zoo dated from 1868 and a 1976 portrait of Dutch entrepreneur Freddy Heineken. Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm & Saturday-Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm. Vijzelstraat 32, 1017 HL.
33 – Rijksmuseum Garden
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The Rijksmuseum is a famous museum dedicated to the arts and history of Amsterdam. Although there is a ticket fee to enter the museum, there’s a closed garden with free public access. The garden is a peaceful and pleasant place to sit and with a lovely water fountain. A great spot to wind down and have a good relaxing evening while enjoying beautiful nature. Open daily from 9:00am-5:00pm. Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
34 – Visitors Center of Dutch Central Bank (DNB)
The Dutch Central Bank has a visitors center located across from the bank’s main headquarters. At the visitors center you’ll find interactive displays regarding the bank’s tasks and impact on people’s daily lives. Although the ground floor is free of entry, the first floor is with a guide and will need to be reserved in advance. Open on business days 9:00am-5:00pm. Sarphatistraat 1.
35 – De Poezenboot: The Catboat
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Calling all cat lovers to visit the Poezenboot floating cat sanctuary! It hosts stray cats, pet cats, abandoned cats, and more cats. It is completely free to visit so if you love cats, this is your place to be. Singel 38 G, 1015 AB, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
36 – Monnickendam and Marken
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Monnickendam and Marken is a marvelous island about 30min from Amsterdam. It’s worth a trip as it’s a beautiful historical area with preserved houses and specialized shops. Its beautiful scenery means it’s perfect for photography. You can also head over to Edam, where you’ll find a cheese factory and museum.
37 – Walk Around Dam Square
The popular Dam Square is just a 5-minute walk from Central Station. There are several things to go and see at Dam Square with many shops, restaurants and great booths. Not to mention, there are many historical sights in the area such as the Royal Palace, Madame Tussauds (world’s famous wax museum), New Church (Nieuwe Kerk), and Beurs van Berlage (old Stock Exchange building). Dam Square, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
38 – Sample Amsterdam’s Best Cheese
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De ReyPenaer is not like any other cheese shop around. It’s authentic and famously known as having the best cheese in Amsterdam. Luckily, they have a tasting room that is open to everyone. Come and take a look at their mass variety of cheeses and enjoy their free samples. Singel 182, 1015 AJ, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
39 – Gassan Diamond Tour
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Gassan’s factory of diamonds offers free tours open to everyone. It’s a very captivating tour as you’ll have the chance to see up close how technicians work on the diamonds. You’ll get to learn about the variety of cuts and about the clarity, color, and carats of diamonds. You will definitely appreciate this experience, after all, diamonds are a girl’s best friend, right?Everyday from 9:00am-5:00pm. Nieuwe Uilenburgerstraat 173-175, 1011, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
40 – Mezrab for Storytelling and Comedy Fun
Looking for some free entertainment? Check out Mezrab – The House of Stories. They have a variety of events at their venue, including storytelling, comedy nights, and music nights. Entry is free but they do accept donations. Check out their website for showing times: http://www.mezrab.nl/#aboutus. Veemkade 576, 1019 BL, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
41 – The Giant Chess Board
There’s a Giant Chess Board dedicated to chess player Max Euweplein, and it’s completely free to play. The chess board comes along with over-sized chess pieces, perfect for you and your friends to come and enjoy and take some funny pictures. Max Euweplein Square, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
42 – Jordaan District
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Jordaan District is located in the city center of Amsterdam. You can come and look at the beautiful homes situated on small streets and canals. There are many bridges to explore, and it will make for a perfect picture. Or walk around and tour the many art galleries, antique shops, and different types of markets.
43 – Workout at Rembrandtpark
Another great park to visit, but the coolest thing is: Rembrandtpark has an outdoor gym. Perfect for you if you’re traveling but looking to use some weights and workout machines to stay fit. Rembrandtpark also has large green areas so you can sit and enjoy the sunset while having a picnic. Jan Tooropstraat 6, 1062 BM, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
44 – Bridge of 15 Bridges
The only place in Amsterdam and possibly even the world where you’ll see this amount of bridges in a row – 15 if you include the bridge you’re standing on. It’s an amazing thing to see, that is if you find out which spot to stand at for the perfect view. It’s the bridge crossing the Reguliersgracht on the corner of Herengracht, you stand on the odd side of Reguliersgracht. 561 Herengracht, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
45 – Sunday Market
Weterpark Area (Westergasfabriek), features a big market on the first Sunday of every month. There you’ll find many booths with Dutch souvenirs. Or you can just have a look around with many vendors sampling free food and drinks. Haarlemmerweg 8-10, 1014 BE, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
46 – Free Coffee at Albert Heijn Supermarket
Albert Heijn, the main local supermarket chain in the Netherlands, gives away free coffee and tea for their customers! They also sometimes offer free samples of cold cuts and cheeses. There are many locations that you can visit that are close to other attractions on this list, like the Flower Market area, and Central Station. Koningsplein 4 (Flower Market area). Prins Hendrikkade 20 (Opposite of Central Station).
47. Northern Market
Northern Market is in an area within the Jordaan District. This area holds a weekly organic farmers market. It’s most popular for its display of fresh bread, vegetables, fruit, milk, cheese, meat and flowers. Every Saturday from 9:00am-4:00pm.
48 – Museum Vrolik
If you don’t get spooked out easily by skeletons and human mutants, stop by the Museum Vrolik. They have a large anatomical collection of human mutants. Entry is free without a guide. Open Monday-Friday from 10:00am-5:00pm. J0-130, Meibergdreef 15, 1105 AZ, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
49 – Goat Farm at the Amsterdamse Bos
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Amsterdamse Bos is a large park that covers a massive area of 1,000 hectares that features pools, biking and hiking trails and a river. Luckily for those on a budget, there’s free entry to their goat farm. It’s a great place to visit if you have kids – you can see lambs, chickens, pigs, cows, horses, and goats. There’s also a lovely cafe and terrace in the area. It’s only a 20min bike ride from Museumplein. Open daily from 10:00am-5:00pm. Nieuwe Meerlaan 4, 1 182 DB Amstelveen, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
50 – Seven Countries-Houses
3min from Museumplein, close to Vondelpark, you’ll find seven houses in the styles of seven different countries, like Russia and France. They were built in 1894 and make a great photo spot!
51 – Barrel Organ Musicians
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If you’ve wandered around the streets of Amsterdam before, you’ve probably heard a barrel organ before. They’re as Dutch as it gets and belong to the vibrant streets of Amsterdam. If you’re specifically looking for one, your best bet will be to go to Dam Square or Kalverstraat. The musicians do appreciate a tip but it’s not required, of course. If you’re lucky, you might even see this guy playing on his boat in the canals (when he’s not touring all over Europe).
52 – The Narrowest House in the World
You’ve probably already noticed the special architecture in Amsterdam or the Netherlands in general. The houses are usually pretty narrow and you can look from the front window straight through the house into the garden very often. The Dutch took it to an extreme though: The narrowest house in the entire world is in Amsterdam, and only one meter wide. They also have the narrowest house in Europe which is ca. 2m wide and 6m deep. Singel 7 & Oude Hoogstraat 22, Amsterdam
53 – Friday Night Skate
Every Friday at 8pm (as long as the streets are dry) the Amsterdammers meet at the Vondel CS restaurant to go roller skating through the city. Whether you rent skates from http://www.skatedokter.nl/ or just watch the parade, this is a special experience for sure.
54 – Skinny Bridge
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Probably the most beautiful bridge in Amsterdam, the Old Dutch wooden drawbridge from 1672 attracts romantic lovers and night photographers alike. It’s beautifully illuminated and makes for some amazing long exposure shots. Brugnummer 242 bij Amstel / Amstel 81
55 – Cannabis College
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We all know Amsterdam isn’t just famous for the delicious cheese – the capital is most known for its coffee shops and the permission to smoke cannabis without prescription or punishments. There’s even a cannabis college you can visit for free. Two floors full of information about marihuana, now that’s unique! Oudezijds Achterburgwal 124
56 – Waterlooplein Flea Market
The Dutch LOVE their flea markets, so you’ll always find one, no matter when you visit. The Waterlooplein flea market has more than 300 vendors offering everything from secondhand clothing and antiques to leatherware. Open: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm; Saturday: 8.30 am –5pm. Waterlooplein 2
This article was originally published here: 56 Free Things To Do In Amsterdam
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The age of discovery
“ In the early years of the sixteenth century Leonardo da Vinci observed that ‘The eye is the chief means whereby the understanding may most fully and abundantly appreciate the infinite works of nature’. Using his eyes and his intelligence, an artist could accurately and concisely record reality, whereas to do so in words alone would take ‘a confused prolixity of writing and time’. 
“ The great voyages of discovery of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries brought European artist face tot face with new and exotic plants and animals, and created an intense interest in the way nature was investigated and recorded.” 
Beide bovenstaande citaten zijn afkomstig uit het boek Amazing rare things, the art of natural history in the age of discovery. Een verse vondst en nu net in mijn bezit. De waarde van het hebben van boeken rondom mijn eigen interesse en thematiek, is een waarde die ik meer heb leren waarden sinds ik de bibliotheek van de academie moet missen. Met inmiddels wat naslagwerk over andere kunstenaars of filosofie, ontdekte ik door een plek als Artis mijn gebrek aan historie. In Artis hebben namelijk kunstenaars al van vroeg af aan de ruimte en mogelijkheid gekregen om te bestuderen en te werken aan de hand van al hun dieren en natuur. Een mogelijkheid om iets te zien wat totaal nieuw was. Nu is het met de mogelijkheden van reizen natuurlijk wel veranderd, maar de oorsprong en studies die gedaan zijn blijven ontzettend interessant. Uiteindelijk vormt de geschiedenis de context van nu. 
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Mijn overbuurman was Jan Hendrix,die later naar Mexico zou gaan. Ik leende platen van The Velvet Underground, van Bob Dylan en The Gratefull Dead van hem. Zo nu en dan rookte ik een stick in zijn atelier. Meisjes van zeventien, acht-tien jaar hingen als groupies rond de ateliers en ik ging met ze naar het strand of naar het plaatstelijke underground centrum Electric Centre.
Mijn overbuurman was Jan Hendrix,die later naar Mexico zou gaan. Ik leende platen van The Velvet Underground, van Bob Dylan en The Gratefull Dead van hem. Zo nu en dan rookte ik een stick in zijn atelier. Meisjes van zeventien, acht-tien jaar hingen als groupies rond de ateliers en ik ging met ze naar het strand of naar het plaatstelijke underground centrum Electric Centre.
Woensdag 11 juni 1986.
Naar bibliotheek Bergum gefietst. Artikel in V.N. over de Rijksakademie, waarin de studenten uiterst krities zijn over het docentencorps. Zo’n talentloze onderkruiper als “professor”Jacob Kuiper,die me in 1967 de artistieke streek flikte om me eerst voor het lidmaatschap van Arti et Amicitiae voor te dragen en één dag voor de ballotage zijn handtekening in trok omdat Dirk…
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