Simonis & Buunk: who we are.

Simonis & Buunk is located in Ede, in the centre of the Netherlands. Our varied collection, comprising some 2,500 paintings and watercolours by 19th and 20th century Dutch masters, is shown in three spacious galleries on the Notaris Fischerstraat. The particular emphasis of our 19th century collection is Dutch Romanticism and Impressionism of the Hague and Amsterdam Schools. The 20th century is represented with work from, among others, the Dutch Neo-Impressionists, Luminists, classical modernists, Expressionists, Realists and post-war abstractionists. The paintings are complemented by a collection of sculpture installed in the sculpture garden and the three galleries.

Exhibitions and catalogue

Twice yearly special sales exhibitions are organised: a spring and fall Four-Day Sale and in November/December a Winter Salon spanning two and a half weeks. Both exhibitions offer a range of recent acquisitions and complement each other regarding collection and market sector. The Four-Day Sale showcases work with a price range up to 25,000 euros. The Winter Salon, however, accompanied by an extensive and lavishly illustrated catalogue, is deliberately aimed at a higher sector, presenting paintings of museum quality.

 

Social engagement

Alongside commercial activities, Simonis & Buunk has deliberately spent more time in recent years promoting the ideals of the fine art trade. A major objective is to make valuable art available to the wider public through information, research and conservation and to preserve it for future generations. One educational element in our activities is to loan paintings to museum exhibitions. Our advisory service is also gaining ever-increasing emphasis with specialised staff ensuring expert advice and support.