Rembrandt’s house was already a creative hub in the seventeenth century. Everything here revolved around creativity, innovation and craftsmanship. This fall, we will continue this experimental drive. View all activities and exhibitions below:
Etched Denim Rembrandt in Jeans (from 1 November until 5 January)
Invited by the Rembrandt House Museum, another famous Amsterdam creative brand steps into the footsteps of Rembrandt. Following the immense success of the temporary tattoo workshop by Schiffmacher & Veldhoen in 2023, fashion brand G-STAR is innovatively translating Rembrandt’s craftsmanship into Denim. Inspired by Rembrandt’s etching technique and his iconic self-portrait from the museum collection, the G-STAR design team has combined the latest laser technologies with experiments on various types of Denim. This is G-STAR’s tribute to ancient craftsmanship in a modern way.
Rembrandt was not only a great painter, he was also a phenomenal etcher. For example, he not only printed his prints on regular paper, but also experimented with other materials, such as parchment and Japanese paper. This was the reason for G-STAR to give a modern interpretation to his innovative way of experimenting. The designers chose Rembrandt’s self-portrait from 1639 as a basis and investigated with the latest laser technology which types of denim, washings and coatings yielded the best results. In addition, the artworks were adjusted a little bit. Sometimes with the help of AI. The Etched Denim exhibition shows some of Rembrandt’s famous prints and also shows the research into the denim collection.
At the same time as the exhibition, G-STAR is launching a capsule collection. It consists of two denim jackets, two jeans, a shirt and a parka. The unisex collection is available from 31 October in selected G-STAR stores and on g-star.com.
Experimentation (until 5 January)
An exhibition full of experiments with prints by artists from the seventeenth century to the present (Rembrandt, Felicien Rops, Geertruydt Roghman and Glenn Brown.) All the artists you encounter in the room – whether they worked in the 17th century or very recently – have one thing in common: they experiment wildly. By trying out different techniques and materials, they always discover something new. And they approach the same theme with a fresh perspective every time. Thanks to these experiments, they deepen their craftsmanship to mastery. Inspired? Get started with your own experiments on paper in the middle of the exhibition. Try out different types of paper and drawing materials. Just like the artists around you – each and every one a source of inspiration.
HOUSE OF DENIM x Museum Rembrandthuis
Workshop: make your own Notebook Sleeve
Make your own notebook sleeve from etched denim. In Museum Rembrandthuis you can visit the Etched Denim exhibition and get to know Rembrandt’s etching technique. Then you can make your own etching on denim, inspired by Rembrandt’s art or an object from his personal collection. Then finish your creation with innovative laser techniques in the studio of House of Denim in Denim City (De Hallen Amsterdam)!
This workshop day costs €30 per person (excl. museum entrance) and will take place on Saturday 9 November and Saturday 7 December between 10:00 – 16:00. Maximum 15 participants. Minimum age 12 years.
Book here: Museum Rembrandthuis – online tickets
ETCHING ON DENIM
Family workshop
During the Christmas holidays, young and old can print their own etching on denim. Get started with Rembrandt’s etching technique and discover how you can print your own drawing on denim.
Daily during the Christmas holidays (closed on Christmas Day), costs €7.50 excl. museum entrance. For the whole family from 8 years. With a Stadspas, the workshop and museum entrance are free. Maximum 15 participants.
Mid November bookable
