Hildo Krop (1884 – 1970)

ARTZUID – Façade sculpture tours

The abundance of sculpture in the public space is tremendous in Plan Zuid by Architect H.P. Berlage. If you pay attention, you see sculptures everywhere in the streets. Artist Hildo Krop takes center stage with his work, that is always there for a reason.

In addition to the artworks of Hildo Krop, there are also sculptures of his contemporaries to be admired in Plan Zuid, for whom much less work remained. They were mostly dependant on Amsterdam School architects that worked for private clients. One of such was Gerrit Jan Rutgers, who gave beautiful commissions to a number of artists. During this expressionist movement art belonged to the people and it had to adorn buildings, gardens, squares and bridges. The members of this movement desired a close community. In the current age of individualism, this period of Dutch history therefore deserves extra attention.

ARTZUID – Berlage Tours

Discover the hidden artworks of Hildo Krop and his contemporaries during the ARTZUID Berlage tours. Every Saturday and Sunday from 6th of june onwards, our art historian will take people of all ages through Plan Zuid of architect H.P. Berlage along buildings, gardens, squares and bridges. Come and immerse yourself in the abundance of sculpture present in the public space. A tour you don’t want to miss! Groups can book this tour on any date via communicatie@artzuid.nl.

Location
Amsterdam Sculpture Biennial – ARTZUID
Starting point tours
Apollo House, Apollolaan 15
1077 RV Amsterdam