Rijksmuseum
APIAccess Rijksmuseum's art collection metadata and images via API
Overview
The Rijksmuseum API provides programmatic access to metadata for over 700,000 objects in its collection. Key endpoints include object detail retrieval (by ID), search with filters (artist, period, medium, etc.), and image access. Responses are in JSON format, containing attributes like title, artist, creation date, materials, and high-resolution image links (where rights allow). Use cases include building art discovery apps, educational tools for art history, research projects, or integrating cultural content into websites and exhibits.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://data.rijksmuseum.nl/object-metadata/api/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful API
- JSON responses
- Advanced search filters
- High-res image access
- Free tier available
- Comprehensive documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Rijksmuseum API free to use?
Yes, it offers a free tier with rate limits; premium plans are available for higher request volumes and advanced features.
? Does it require an API Key?
Yes, you need to register for a free API key from the Rijksmuseum data portal to authenticate requests.
? What is the response format?
All responses are in JSON format, including object metadata (title, artist, date) and image URLs (when rights allow).
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Rich art metadata library
- ⊕ High-quality images (where permitted)
- ⊕ Well-documented endpoints
- ⊕ Free basic usage for non-commercial projects
Cons
- ⊖ Rate limits on free tier
- ⊖ Requires API key registration
- ⊖ Commercial use restrictions for some content
- ⊖ Limited access to rare object details