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Museum Slager Den Bosch

Museum Slager Den Bosch

Museum Slager offers a captivating glimpse into the artistic legacy of the Slager family, showcasing works from eight painters across three generations. The collection includes portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and cityscapes, all rooted in traditional realism with subtle shifts in style over time. Set within an elegant historic building, the museum’s richly decorated rooms enhance the viewing experience, creating a salon-like atmosphere. Alongside the permanent family collection, rotating exhibitions of contemporary and historical art provide visitors with fresh perspectives and deeper insight into Dutch artistic heritage.

Opening hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday to Sunday: 13:00 – 17:00

How to get there

Vughterstraat 8, 5211 EA 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands

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€ 13.00

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Museum Slager – A family of painters in Den Bosch

Museum Slager shows the work of eight artists from one family. The Slager family lived and worked in ’s-Hertogenbosch from the 19th to the 20th century. The museum is located in a historic house in the city center.

What to See

  • Paintings, drawings, and portraits by the Slager family
  • Period rooms with original furniture and decor
  • Scenes of Dutch landscapes, city life, and still lifes
  • Temporary exhibitions featuring guest artists
  • Historic building with 19th-century charm

Why Visit

  • See Dutch art through the eyes of one family
  • Enjoy a quiet, elegant museum in the old town
  • Perfect for fans of traditional and romantic painting
  • Close to St. John’s Cathedral and other local sights

The Museum

Museum Slager opened in 1976. It honors eight painters from three generations of the Slager family. Their work offers a window into Dutch life and art across 100 years. The museum also hosts changing exhibits from other artists.

Visitor Information

  • Address: Choorstraat 8, ’s-Hertogenbosch
  • Open: Wednesday to Sunday, 13:00 – 17:00
  • Tickets: €9.50 (adults), free under 13
  • Free with Museumkaart
  • Facilities: Small shop and guided tours available

Museum Slager is perfect for visitors who enjoy classic Dutch painting, family stories, and local history.

Some Highlights of Museum Slager Den Bosch

Portraits by P.M. Slager (1841–1912)

reflect the artist’s mastery of academic realism and his deep understanding of human character. These portraits, often commissioned by prominent citizens, are marked by their refined detail, balanced composition, and subtle use of color. Slager’s work demonstrates a keen eye for individuality—capturing not just the physical likeness of his subjects but also a sense of their personality and social stature. His portraits range from formal depictions of dignitaries to more intimate portrayals of family members, offering a glimpse into 19th-century bourgeois life through a distinctly personal and artistic lens.

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Jeannette Slager’s painting A Still Life with Poppies in a Vase, depicting vibrant red poppies arranged in a simple glass vase against a soft, muted background.

Still Lifes by Jeannette Slager

In this work, she arranges vibrant flowers—rich reds and softer hues—within a ceramic vase, creating a poised and intimate composition. Her brushwork delicately balances realism with tender expressiveness, capturing both the texture of petals and the fleeting beauty of blossoms. Through careful attention to lighting and color harmony, Slager elevates an everyday scene into a quietly elegant celebration of floral form and domestic atmosphere. This piece exemplifies her refined approach to still-life painting and her gift for portraying mood and detail in equal measure.

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Landscapes by Tom Slager

This artwork is a landscape painting by Tom Slager, known for his expressive and textured approach to natural scenery. The painting depicts a sunlit countryside path bordered by dense, colorful foliage on the left and open terrain leading to soft blue hills in the background. Slager uses thick, impasto brushstrokes to create a richly layered surface, giving the work a vibrant, almost sculptural quality. His color palette features earthy browns, deep greens, and luminous blues, with warm undertones that evoke the golden light of late afternoon. The composition guides the viewer’s eye from the foreground trail into the hazy, distant hills, capturing a moment of tranquil beauty in nature.

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