VOICED : Una exposición sobre la esclavitud confronta a Países Bajos con su terrible pasado colonial

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is showcasing an exhibition that juxtaposes torture artifacts with Rembrandt paintings to highlight the Netherlands' colonial past and its ties to slavery. The exhibition aims to present a more complete history of the Netherlands, focusing on the stories of ten individuals, including Dutch plantation owners and slaves from the Caribbean, Brazil, Asia, and South Africa. The museum seeks to reopen the debate on the country's role in the slave trade, hoping to foster informed discussions. Additional information has been added to 80 objects in the museum's collection to explore hidden connections to slavery. The exhibition, inaugurated by King Willem-Alexander, is available online due to the pandemic.

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