Why is everyone ignoring me?
To celebrate the reopening of Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum, the surrounding gardens are hosting a fabulous exhibition of Henry Moore’s sculpture.
We don’t expect to see a better collection of the work of the great British artist, not anywhere, not ever. And certainly not for free.
The garden by Amsterdam’s busiest museum is a surprisingly quiet place.
Visitors can recline almost as much as Mr Moore’s work does. This is ‘Reclining figure: arch leg’
They’re mowing the lawn to keep the sculpture looking neat.
While people queue to get into the building…
…anyone can walk around it to see Henry’s creations for nothing. This is ‘Oval with Points’.
Whether you like Henry Moore’s work or not, it’s a quiet oasis in a busy part of Amsterdam.
Richard Tulloch's LIFE ON THE ROAD 
Fantastic.
But one day let me tempt you to the Glenkiln Sculpture Park in the hills of Galloway where Moore’s King and Queen look across the stunning open moorland landscape.
We can enjoy the cycle trail that runs out of Dumfries.
Perhaps I need to treat myself to a retrospective blog post.
Sounds great Kevin. Cycling and art – my sort of ride! Definitely worth a retrospective blog post.
I finally did those sculpture posts Richard, Henry Moore and all.
http://idonotdespair.com/2013/11/01/cycling-sculpture-and-a-local-hero-glenkiln-near-dumfries-in-scotland/
http://idonotdespair.com/2013/10/23/grand-halls-parks-and-sculpture-of-south-yorkshire-in-autumns-glory/
I’ve been planning to revisit Amsterdam for a while as I fell in love with the city years ago. I will not miss out on this spot when I go. Those buildings surrounding it are beautiful as well.
Yes, the newly-renovated Rijksmuseum is not to be missed.
A tip: it’s usually less busy mid-afternoon.
Another tip: If you’re planning to visit a few museums in the Netherlands, buy a Museumkaart (Museum Card) for about EUR50. It lets you skip the queues and walk straight in.