The Netherland-America Foundation AMBASSADORS’ AWARDS DINNER ONLINE AUCTION in collaboration with Holland on the Hill

Wednesday, September 16, 2020 10 am, Thursday, September 10, 2020 to via webinar from the residence of the dutch ambassador to the united states 10 pm, Thursday, September 17, 2020 and various satellite dining locations Please visit

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honoring

Michelle H. Browdy | Ivo H. Daalder | Almar Latour

Held for the Benefit of the Netherland-America Foundation, Inc. Please note: Shipping expenses, which are not included in bids. will be determined when we learn the location of the recipient. We hope you will consider covering this expense so we can Under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands maximize the proceeds to the NAF. Many thanks! and Professor Pieter van Vollenhoven SILENT AUCTION: HOW TO BID SILENT AUCTION Items 2-6

ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCES All bidding for this year's auction is online, at https://www.givergy.us/NAFAmbAwards20. ITEM 2 Washington, D.C.: Dinner at the Residence of the Ambassador You can access the site by scanning the code at right. of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Just point your camera at the code, and click on the pop-up. The auction website will open in a Safari browser. For up to 20 guests on Thursday, November 12, 2020. $400 per couple. All bids firm.

How do I make a bid? Courtesy of Amb. André Haspels & Mrs. Bernie Haspels www.nlintheusa.com

To place a bid, you will need to register on the site (Login/Register) with your name, e-mail, ITEM 3 D.C.: Lunch for four with Congressman Bill Huizenga in mobile phone number and credit card information. Then click on Silent Auction Items, which you the Members’ Dining Room, U.S. House of Representatives or the can search by category and price range. Scroll through the list and tap on the item you want to bid Capitol Hill Club. on. At the bottom of each item page beneath the photo and description it will show you the current winning bid and the next minimum bid you need to make. Enter your bid amount into the field at est. value: Priceless! starting bid: $ 400 bid increment: $ 50 the bottom of the page and click Place Bid. If you are outbid, Bid Again! ITEM 4 D.C.: Tour of the Capitol Dome The auction ends at 10 pm, Thursday, September 17, 2020. Private tour for five of the Capitol’s iron dome, led by Congressman Huizenga. For other information, please consult the auction website. Must be able to climb the long spiral staircase for a journey to the top. Courtesy of Rep. Bill Huizenga. www.huizenga.house.gov

SPECIAL ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCE est. value: Priceless! starting bid: $ 400 bid increment: $ 50 ITEM 1 Private Tour of the Van Gogh Museum ITEM 5 D.C.: Tour NGA Dutch Rooms with Arthur Wheelock A very special Van Gogh Museum tour for four guests by Willem van Gogh, advisor to the Museum’s Board. VIP tour for four people of the Dutch paintings at the National Gallery of He is the great grandnephew of Vincent van Gogh Art, with Arthur Wheelock, recently retired from the National Gallery of Art and the great-grandson of Theo van Gogh, the after serving there for over 40 years as Curator of Dutch and Flemish painter’s brother. This is a once-in-a-lifetime Paintings. On this tour he will discuss highlights in the collection of Dutch paintings, and recount some of the fascinating stories about the opportunity to meet the painter’s great-grandnephew acquisitions of these masterpieces. Lunch included. and hear directly from him about the life and work of Vincent van Gogh. Courtesy of Arthur K. Wheelock Jr. www.nga.gov

The tour will include major works by van Gogh plus est. value: Priceless! starting bid: $ 250 bid increment: $ 50 a unique visit to recently recovered and restored van Gogh paintings. The tour will conclude with an ITEM 6 D.C.: International Spy Museum exclusive private reception hosted by Willem van Gogh in the Museum Board Room. A private, 60-minute VIP tour for up to four guests with the Executive Director, Chris Costa. The museum features the largest permanent collection of international This lot will benefit the NAF and its formidable Fulbright spy-related artifacts on public display. It is the only public museum in the U.S. solely Fellowship and D.C. Scholarship programs as well as dedicated to espionage and the only one in the world to provide a global perspective the Van Gogh Museum. on this all-but-invisible profession. Expires September 16, 2021.

Courtesy of International Spy Museum. www.spymuseum.org est. value: Priceless! starting bid: $ 30,000 bid increment: $ 1,000 est. value: $3,500 starting bid: $ 500 bid increment: $ 75 18 19 SILENT AUCTION Items 7-11 SILENT AUCTION Items 12-15

ITEM 7 NYC: Tour of The Wall Street Journal Offices + Digital Subscription TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATIONS Two people will have a two-hour tour of the midtown Manhattan offices during a weekday (9-5), with one digital subscription to the newspaper for one year. ITEM 12 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines World Business Class ITEM 13 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines World Business Class Courtesy of The Wall Street Journal www.wsj.com www.dowjones.com Two round-trip World Business Class positive space tickets on KLM-operated est. value: $ 900 starting bid: $ 300 bid increment: $ 50 flights between any active KLM USA gateway and Amsterdam. Must be used as a pair. No blackout dates. Taxes and fees have been waived. All travel must ITEM 8 D.C.: Spy Tour be completed by September 15, 2021.

Two-hour guided tour for up to 10 "properly cleared people", of Washington's "Spy Mile", Courtesy of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines www.klm.com beginning at the Mayflower Hotel, led by Robert Wallace and including his bookSpy Sites, each lot a guide to the Capital Region's secret history. Expires September 16, 2021. est. value: $ 14,000 Courtesy of Robert Wallace. starting bid: $ 4,000 bid increment: $ 500 est. value: $ 250 starting bid: $ 100 bid increment: $ 25

ITEM 9 D.C.: National Press Club + Lafayette Park ITEM 14 Aruba: Divi & Tamarijn

Lunch for two with past Club president and historian Gil Klein, A seven-night all-inclusive all meals stay, for two. including a tour of the Club, plus a copy of his book, A mile-long white sandy beach awaits at this relaxing paradise, Trouble in Lafayette Square, followed by a tour of Lafayette Square. offering four glistening freshwater pools, activities for everyone and a variety of cuisines at 10 restaurants. Based on availability. Courtesy of Gil Klein. www.press.org Valid through December 15, 2021.

est. value: $ 150 starting bid: $ 50 bid increment: $ 25 Courtesy of Alex Nieuwmeyer. www.diviaruba.com

ITEM 10 D.C.: Hillwood Estate Guided Virtual Tour + In-Person Visit for Four est. value: $ 4,200 starting bid: $ 1,500 bid increment: $ 125

Experience the splendor of 18th-century France, the opulence of Russian Tsars and the charm of English country life – all in Northwest Washington, D.C.! The estate, ITEM 15 Aruba: Ocean Z Boutique Hotel + Elements Dinner founded by Marjorie Merriweather Post, houses an impressive collection of art and artifacts from Europe and the United States, as well as 25 acres of expansive gardens. A two-night stay for two in a double-pool View suite, featuring two Queen size beds. Located right in front of Aruba’s world known ocean drive, the Courtesy of Hillwood Estate www.hillwoodmuseum.org L.G. Smith Boulevard, the suite's elegant and elaborately furnished rooms have a small bar, a spectacular private outdoor shower and deck. Valid to December 16, 2021. Blackout dates December 17, 2020 to February 28, 2021. est. value: $ 150 starting bid: $ 50 bid increment: $ 25 Courtesy of Ocean Z Boutique Hotel. www.oceanzaruba.com ITEM 11 Amsterdam: Anne Frank House This lot also includes a $100 gift certificate towards dinner at A special VIP tour for four people, including a special visit to the Elements Restaurant (adults 18+ only) at Bucuti @ Tara Beach Resort. office of Otto Frank, not usually open to the public, and a giftbag. Adults only (18+) Valid to October 15, 2021.

Courtesy of Anne Frank House. www.annefrank.org Courtesy of Elements Restaurant. www.elementsaruba.com

est. value: $ 450 starting bid: $ 250 bid increment: $ 50 est. value: $ 1,100 starting bid: $ 500 bid increment: $ 50 20 21

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ITEM 16 Azul Airlines to Brazil FINE DINING Two positive space economy-class roundtrip tickets from New York/JFK to Campinas/São Paulo. Blackout dates Christmas/New Year, Carnival, ITEM 20 D.C.: RPM Italian Easter apply; capacity controlled seating and taxes and fees apply. Complete travel by September 16, 2021 Chef's dinner for four with wine pairings valued up to $450. Located in the Mount Vernon neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit and features a Courtesy of Azul Brazilian Airlines. www.veoazul.com.br contemporary, chef-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. Gratuity not included. Not valid Friday and Saturday evenings. Expires January 31, 2021. est. value: $ 2,500 starting bid: $ 750 bid increment: $ 75 Courtesy of RPM Italian www.rpmrestaurants.com

est. value: $ 450 starting bid: $ 150 bid increment: $ 50 ITEM 17 BCD: Airline Tickets for Two

Pair of roundtrip economy class tickets for travel in or between the ITEM 21 D.C.: Ris U.S. lower 48, Caribbean (including Aruba or Curaçao) or Mexico. Carrier at the discretion of BCD. Must be used as a pair and completed A five-course tasting menu with wine pairings up to $250 for two guests at this upscale by September 16, 2021. Blackout dates, taxes and fees may apply. West End neighborhood bistro serving seasonal American cuisine by executive chef/owner Ris Lacoste. Gratuity not included. No expiration date. Courtesy of BCD Travel/John Fentener van Vlissingen www.bcdtravel.com Courtesy of Ris www.risdc.com

est. value: $ 1,500 starting bid: $ 500 bid increment: $ 50 est. value: $ 250 starting bid: $ 75 bid increment: $ 25

ITEM 22 D.C.: Proper 21 ITEM 18 Amsterdam: Hotel De L'Europe A $200 bar credit for happy hour drinks on a Monday or Tuesday, except December. A two-night stay for two with breakfast and taxes included. Bring your friends, but must be scheduled in advance. Gratuity not included. This luxurious hotel opened in 1896 on its prime location Expires May 31, 2021. Courtesy of Proper 21 www.proper21.com on the banks of the Amstel River and has been favored by Amsterdam’s elite and the world’s most celebrated names. est. value: $ 200 starting bid: $ 75 bid increment: $ 25 Valid until December 31, 2021. ITEM 23 D.C.: Belga Café Courtesy of Hotel De L'Europe www.deleurope.com A gift card valued at $200, the restaurant is a concept by Belgium native and award-winning est value starting bid bid increment . : $ 1,500 : $ 500 : $ 50 chef Bart Vandaele, a former chef at the Netherland Embassy's Residence. The neighborhood cafe on Capitol Hill is known for its authentic cuisine and extensive array of craft beers and Genevers. Gratuity not included. No expiration date. ITEM 19 Amsterdam: Hotel Okura Courtesy of Belga Café www.belgacafe.com

A two-night stay for two in a Superior room est. value: $ 200 starting bid: $ 75 bid increment: $ 25 at this five-star hotel, rooted in the art of Japanese service, offering peaceful luxury. Includes buffet breakfast in Le Camelia. ITEM 24 D.C.: Capitol Hill Club Expires November 30, 2021. Guest pass and a $200 dinner voucher for the Presidential Dining Room at the nation’s Courtesy of Hotel Okura www.okura.nl premier political club. Valid only when the House is in session. Expires January 28, 2021. Gratuity not included. Courtesy of Capitol Hill Club www.capitolhillclub.org

est. value: $ 600 starting bid: $ 200 bid increment: $ 50 est. value: $ 200 starting bid: $ 75 bid increment: $ 25 22 23 SILENT AUCTION Items 25-28 SILENT AUCTION Items 29-31

ITEM 25 D.C.: U.S. Senate Dining Room JEWELRY Where the Elite Meet. Due to Covid-19, currently open only to those authorized by the Rules Committee. Lunch for three with and courtesy of host Bob Van Heuvelen. ITEM 29 OTAZU Jewelry www.vhstrategies.com A glamorous set of Waterfall Ramatuelle Big Necklace and Earclips designed for the Rodrigo Otazu Ramatuelle summer collection, est. value: $ 175 starting bid: $ 50 bid increment: $ 25 inspired by the bright blue colors of the Côte d'Azur.

ITEM 26 D.C.: Karma Modern Indian Set with majestic blue, clear and golden shadow crystals from Swarovski and finished in 24-carat gold. A $100 gift certificate towards a meal at this restaurant that combines traditional Necklace measures 16" in length with 2" extension. Indian cooking techniques with unexpected ingredients and flavor profiles. Courtesy of Karma Modern Indian www.karmamodernindian.com This lot includes $50 [€38] off shopping on their website with code WDC2020 (expires end of year). est. value: $ 100 starting bid: $ 50 bid increment: $ 25 Courtesy of OTAZU www.rodrigootazu.com

est value starting bid bid increment SPORTS . : $ 1,000 : $ 350 : $ 50

ITEM 27 Baseball Signed by Xander Bogaerts ITEM 28 Heineken-Branded Custom Callaway Golf Bag ITEM 30 Amsterdam Canal Cufflinks ITEM 31 The Precious Gem: Earrings Own a baseball signed by Xander Jan Bogaerts, Order of Orange-Nassau, an Aruban professional baseball shortstop To be shipped to the winning bidder Cufflinks inspired by the canals of Amsterdam, A pair of gold-plated silver and sparkling dangling for the Boston Red Sox and the Netherlands national handcrafted in the highest quality silver. earrings for pierced ears, with white sapphire baseball team. Nicknamed The X-Man and Bogey or Bogie, Courtesy of Heineken USA Designed by Seroj de Graaf as a conversation crystals. When you want a special one-of-a-kind he played for the Red Sox in the 2013 and 2018 World Series, www.heinekenusa.com piece for business partners and friends. piece of jewelry, come to the only custom jewelry has twice won the American League's shortstop Silver Courtesy of City Cufflinks www.citycufflinks.com store in Williamsburg, VA. Discover the talents of Slugger Award and was selected for the 2016 and 2019 est. value: $ 175 the founder and master jeweler Reggie Akdogan, a All-Stars game. His Dare to Dream Foundation supports starting bid: $ 75 est. value: $ 400 classically trained goldsmith originally from Istanbul, young Aruban baseball athletes aiming to be pros. bid increment: $ 25 starting bid: $ 125 now a longtime citizen of the USA and respected bid increment: $ 25 member of the jewelry community. Courtesy of Xander Bogaerts Dare to Dream Foundation Courtesy of The Precious Gem and Aruba Tourism Authority www.aruba.com www.thepreciousgems.com

est. value: $ 150 starting bid: $ 50 bid increment: $ 25 est. value: $ 300 starting bid: $ 100 bid increment: $ 25

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ITEM 33 Delft Plate from PAAUW, ART, COLLECTIBLES AND HOME the Delft blue factory by Heinen Delfts Blauw

ITEM 32 Poster by Ambassador J. William Middendorf II

A 24” x 36” poster on foam board from the “Great Art Historian Series”, part of an eclectic collection that displays Amb. Middendorf’s love of drawing and his dry sense The Great Art Historian Series (In Progress) of humor. A unique piece of Delftware, with certificate of authenticity; J. William Middendorf II has served 11 1/2” diameter with hook. Includes personal guided tour his countryas Ambassador to the for two and a workshop at factory in Rijswijk. Netherlands, Secretary of the Navy, Permanent U.S. Representative to Courtesy of Heinen Delfts Blauw the Organization of American States www.heinendelftsblauw.com (OAS) and U.S.Representative to the European Community. est. value: $ 475 starting bid: $ 150 bid increment: $ 50

He is also an author, composer and Color Explosion artist, always carrying a notebook ITEM 34 Elvis Tromp: to sketch the famous people he meets. Acrylic on canvas; 28 ½” x 38 ½ (73 cm x 98 cm) Courtesy of the Artist. A self-taught Aruba-born artist, Elvis works mostly in oils, having painted the charming Aruban landscapes for over four decades. Color Explosion is the result of experiments using col- est. value: $ 500 or-palettes to show/capture different movements of air, starting bid: $ 175 liquids etc. The idea is to use a limited amount of color each bid increment: $ 50 time to achieve the maximum in each work.

Courtesy of Centrale Bank van Aruba www.cbaruba.com www.facebook.com/elvishtromp

est. value: $ 350 starting bid: $ 125 bid increment: $ 25

ITEM 35 Shelley Micali: Lily with Dewdrops

Oil on canvas, 10 1/4" x 13", framed. Shelley belongs to the Arlington Artists Alliance and shows her work in local venues, including Cassatt’s Café, The Arlington Treasurer’s Office and the Arlington Free Clinic. She has donated works for charity auctions at the National Brain Tumor Society and the Arlington Artists Alliance, and her local church, and has shown her work in the Gallery Underground in Crystal City, VA. Shelley has been commissioned for several works of art for various clients.

Courtesy of the Artist www.micaliart.com

est. value: $ 250 starting bid: $ 100 bid increment: $ 25

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