Published by TASCHEN in 2000, “Country Houses of Holland” is a lushly illustrated survey of the Netherlands’ most charming and historically significant residences. Written by Barbara Stoeltie and photographed by René Stoeltie, the book invites readers inside 24 unique homes, ranging from traditional reed-thatched cottages and historic castles to bold modern villas. Highlights include the rustic cottage inhabited by Peter the Great in 1697 and the antique-filled farmhouse of painter Cornelis Le Mair. The photography captures the quintessential Dutch “gezelligheid” (coziness) through simple oak furnishings, vibrant flowerpots, and the unique play of Northern light. This trilingual volume serves as both a source of interior design inspiration and a cultural document of the Dutch domestic landscape.
