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From a Jan Steen to a Marco van Basten: remarkable masterpieces at the PAN art fair

The annual PAN art and design fair opens tomorrow in Amsterdam, showcasing a mix of classical works like a rare Jan Steen painting and unique sports memorabilia. Among the highlights is the jersey worn by Marco van Basten during the 1988 European Championship final, which is being presented as a significant cultural artifact.

The annual PAN art, antiques, and design fair is set to open tomorrow at the Amsterdam Rai. This year's exhibition features an eclectic mix of traditional art and unique sports memorabilia, including a rare 17th-century painting by Jan Steen titled The Duck Tree, valued at 680,000 euros. Alongside such classical works, the fair highlights the historic orange jersey worn by Marco van Basten during the 1988 European Championship final against the Soviet Union.

The jersey, exhibited by the auction platform Matchwornshirt, is considered a significant piece of Dutch cultural history. According to the platform, extensive forensic analysis involving match footage and unique garment patterns has confirmed its authenticity. Although the owner estimates the shirt's value between 3 and 5 million euros, it is not currently for sale as they wish to display it to the public. The fair, which showcases this blend of fine art and iconic sports heritage, will remain open to visitors in Amsterdam until November 8.

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

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