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Dutch news, in your languageSaturday, 26 September 2026No. 17,718

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Tomado's Drip Trays Led Art Collector Jan van der Togt to Create His Museum in Amstelveen: 'Sometimes He Didn't Like What We Showed'

Het Parool26 September · 03:003 hours ago

What began as an upscale private showroom in the old village center of Amstelveen has evolved over 35 years into Museum Jan, a launching pad for Dutch artists. The museum was established by art collector Jan van der Togt, whose journey started in humble conditions where the toilet was located in a shed outside among free-range chickens. The article explores how this initial setup transformed into a significant cultural institution dedicated to showcasing contemporary Dutch art.

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