Jan van Goyen in the Atrium

A presentation about urban pride and heritage,
in the heart of The Hague.

For the Hague Historical Museum, I designed the presentation panels for Jan van Goyen’s “View of The Hague from the Southeast.” This monumental 4.6-meter-wide cityscape depicts 17th-century The Hague in all its glory: a city amidst meadows, bustling activity, and pride. The work is temporarily on display in the Atrium of The Hague while the museum is undergoing renovations.

The presentation brings this cityscape back to life, right in the heart of the contemporary city. The design, shaped within the museum’s corporate identity, guides visitors step by step to the painting further down the space and provides context for the work and Van Goyen’s view of The Hague.

The panels speak of pride, identity, and connection to the city; themes that are still palpable in Van Goyen’s work, and in this installation.