Illustration by Anton Pieck for ‘De Zwarte hengst Bento’

Stepping into the world of Anton Pieck

Joyce Ter Horst
Paard Verzameld
Published in
2 min readJul 17, 2023

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This weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to visit the Anton Pieck Museum in the Netherlands. As a lifelong admirer of Anton Pieck’s work, this experience was nothing short of a dream come true for me.

Walking through the museum, I was immediately captivated by the beautiful artistry of Anton Pieck. His intricate illustrations and stunning attention to detail brought his magical world to life.

Anton Pieck’s home studio

One of the highlights of the visit was getting a glimpse into Anton Pieck’s home studio. The museum has carefully recreated his studio, complete with his original drawing table, chair, and artist materials. Stepping into his creative space felt like stepping into a time capsule, transporting me back to the moment when he brought his imaginative drawings to life.

But it wasn’t just the recreation of the studio that left me in awe. The museum also displayed Anton Pieck’s used easel, adding another layer of magic to the overall experience.

Anton Pieck’s easel

As I stood in front of the easel, I couldn’t help but imagine Anton Pieck standing in the same spot, passionately working on his next masterpiece. It was a surreal feeling, knowing that I was standing in the presence of the tools that brought his creations into existence!

The Anton Pieck Museum is truly a gem for art enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates the beauty of storytelling through illustrations. It provides a unique opportunity to not only admire Anton Pieck’s artwork but also to gain insight into the creative process of this legendary artist.

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