Three themes
The museum focuses its attention on three iconic themes, to which Delft owes its national significance and international renown: William of Orange, Delft Blue and the Delft Masters.
William of Orange
Museum Prinsenhof Delft is the site of one of the most important events in Dutch history: the assassination of William of Orange in 1584. Find out more about William of Orange at the museum. Learn all there is to know about his life, his dramatic death and his legacy. See the place where he was assassinated; the bullet holes are still visible in the wall.
Delft Blue
Delft Blue was created as an attempt to imitate world-famous blue and white Chinese pottery, now a global icon. Discover the secrets of this success and marvel at the most beautiful Delftware masterpieces.
Delft Masters
The museum offers an overview of the most prominent Delft Masters, via nine different genres, ranging from portraiture and historical scenes to household silver and cityscapes. Discover the city’s inspiring artistic climate.
Inspiring
Journey through the rich past, art and culture of Delft, which make the city such an inspiring and fascinating place to this day.
