Alongside the physical museum, the Rijksmuseum runs Rijksstudio, a free online platform offering high-resolution downloadable images of tens of thousands of works in its collection — a resource many visitors don't know exists until after their visit.
What it's for
Rijksstudio lets anyone browse, save, and download museum-quality scans of public-domain works for personal use, from Rembrandt and Vermeer down to lesser-known pieces that aren't always on physical display.
Works not on the walls
Because gallery space is limited, only a portion of the Rijksmuseum's full collection is on physical display at any time — the digital archive is the most complete way to see everything the museum holds.
Worth a look before or after your visit
Browsing Rijksstudio ahead of time can help prioritize which galleries to focus on in person, especially for visitors with limited time on Museumplein.
