Embark on an insightful audio tour at the Rijksmuseum, 'Man and machine in an age of world wars.' This guided experience explores the profound relationship between humanity and technological advancements during the global conflicts of 1900 to 1950. Discover a curated selection of highlights, including artworks by Marinus Hack and Bart van der Leck, illuminating the era's societal shifts.
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This audio tour, accessible via the Rijksmuseum app, explores the intersection of humanity and technology during the tumultuous period of the world wars. It guides visitors through key artworks that reflect the era's advancements and conflicts.
Experience an insightful audio tour titled 'Man and machine in an age of world wars,' designed to be accessed through the Rijksmuseum app. This tour offers a step-by-step guide along specific artworks within the museum, focusing on the period of global conflicts and the evolving role of technology and machinery. Visitors can expect to engage with a curated selection of highlights from 1900-1950, featuring pieces such as Marinus Hack's 'Man and Machine' (c. 1913), a Nazi Chess Set from 1941, and Bart van der Leck's 'Composition' (1918), among others, all contextualized to illuminate the era's technological and societal shifts.
This is an audio tour accessible via the Rijksmuseum app. Follow the provided link on your smartphone to begin the tour along selected artworks in the museum.
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