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Indonesië en de Amsterdamse School: Exploring Architectural Heritage in Jakarta, Indonesia

Uncover the cross-cultural impact of Indonesian art on the Amsterdam School, featuring architect Liem Bwan Tjie's legacy.

The 'Indonesië en de Amsterdamse School' exhibition in Jakarta explores the profound influence of Indonesian art, culture, and architecture on the Dutch Amsterdam School movement. Discover this unique cross-cultural exchange through architect Liem Bwan Tjie's life and innovative designs. The showcase features his drawings, unseen furniture, and related materials, blending modern architecture with Art Deco and Chinese heritage.

About Indonesië en de Amsterdamse School in Jakarta, Indonesië at Museum Het Schip in Amsterdam

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition, previously shown at Museum Het Schip, travels to Erasmus Huis in Jakarta. It explores the influence of Indonesian art, culture, and architecture on the Amsterdam School movement, focusing on the life and work of architect Liem Bwan Tjie.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Indonesië en de Amsterdamse School' in Jakarta, running from October 17, 2024, to January 11, 2025, at the Eramus Huis, delves into the significant impact of Indonesian art, culture, and architecture on the Amsterdam School movement. This exchange was facilitated by the Dutch colonial presence in Indonesia, leading to the presence of numerous Indonesian objects in Europe. The exhibition particularly focuses on the architect Liem Bwan Tjie (1891-1966), a Chinese-Indonesian architect who studied under Michel de Klerk, a key figure of the Amsterdam School. Liem contributed to iconic buildings like Het Schip and collaborated with Piet Kramer. After studies and travels, he returned to Java and became a prominent architect, contributing to the development of modern Indonesia with designs that blended modern architecture, Amsterdam School elements, Art Deco, and his Chinese heritage. The exhibition in Jakarta will showcase Liem Bwan Tjie's life and work through drawings, previously unseen furniture, and related materials. Alongside the exhibition, the English book 'Indonesia and the Amsterdam School: When Culture Crosses the Ocean' will be published, featuring contributions from international authors. A public program will also accompany the exhibition. The exhibition is exclusively available at Eramus Huis Jakarta during its run.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition is on display at the Eramus Huis in Jakarta. Further information regarding admission and ticketing would typically be available through the Eramus Huis or Netherlands and You platforms, though specific details are not provided on this page. Visitors are directed to the venue for exhibition access details during its run from October 17, 2024, to January 11, 2025.

Indonesië en de Amsterdamse School in Jakarta, Indonesië key exhibition facts

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Museum Het Schip
Current status
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Exhibition schedule
From Oct 17, 2024
Artist line / attribution
Features the life and work of architect Liem Bwan Tjie, who was influenced by Michel de Klerk and Piet Kramer.
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