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Amsterdam's art collection almost didn't exist due to inheritance tax

Amsterdam's art collection almost didn't exist due to inheritance tax

Carel Joseph Fodor and Adriaan van der Hoop played a foundational role in establishing the city of Amsterdam's municipal art collection. The article explores the historical origins of these acquisitions and examines how inheritance taxes nearly prevented the collection's creation.

Based on reporting by amsterdam. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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