Helene Kröller-Müller

Art collector and museum founder

Helene Kröller-Müller - Art collector and museum founder
Born

February 11th, 1869
156 years ago

Died

1939
86 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Netherlands

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An art collector and philanthropist, played a crucial role in the establishment of the Kröller-Müller Museum in the Netherlands, which houses a significant collection of modern art. Actively collected artworks, including numerous pieces by Vincent van Gogh, contributing to the preservation and appreciation of art in the early 20th century. Dedicated significant resources to creating an institutional framework for art, ensuring accessibility and education for the public.

Founded the Kröller-Müller Museum

Amassed a major collection of Van Gogh paintings

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