Embark on an insightful audio tour at the Rijksmuseum, expertly narrated by Stephen Fry. This unique experience guides you through 22 compelling artworks, revealing artistic interpretations of metamorphosis and classical mythology across different eras. Discover how artists have visualized profound changes and mythical stories within the museum's renowned collection.
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Explore the theme of metamorphosis through an audio tour guided by Stephen Fry, featuring 22 artworks from the Rijksmuseum. The tour connects classical myths and transformations with iconic pieces from the museum's collection, offering an in-depth look at artistic interpretations across different eras.
This audio tour, guided by Stephen Fry, invites visitors to delve into the concept of metamorphosis as depicted across 22 significant artworks within the Rijksmuseum. The tour traces themes of transformation, myth, and artistic interpretation, linking classical narratives with masterpieces spanning various periods. Visitors can use the Rijksmuseum app to follow the guide step-by-step through the museum, experiencing how artists have visualized profound changes and mythological stories. The selection of artworks includes pieces such as Nicolas Poussin's 'The inspiration of a poet', Tintoretto's 'Minerva and Arachne', Correggio's 'Jupiter and Io', and contemporary works like Femmy Otten's 'We Once Were One', among others. Each selection highlights different facets of transformation, from divine interventions and mythical encounters to more abstract representations of change, providing a rich and engaging curatorial journey.
This is an audio tour designed to be used with the Rijksmuseum app. Visitors are encouraged to open the tour link on their mobile phone within the museum to follow the guided experience along the selected artworks.
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