Art Nouveau & Design, 1830-1950

As part of the festivities surrounding Belgium’s 175th anniversary, the Royal Museums of Art and History shed light on the evolution of Belgium’s decorative arts. Despite its diminutive size, Belgium has been an extraordinarily production centre for the decorative arts and enjoyed international fame in that area.

This exhibition provides an overview of the decorative arts in Belgium from its foundation in 1830 through to the 1958 World Fair.

An important part of this journey is devoted to the Art Nouveau, which enjoyed unprecedented success thanks to several prominent designers such as Horta, Van de Velde, Serrurier-Bovy and Wolfers. Lesser-known styles such as the revivalist styles and the eclecticism as well as everything from art deco to the modernist trends won’t be forgotten.

Until December 31
Royal Museum of Art and History, 10 Parc du Cinquantenaire
Tuesdays to Sundays, from 10am to 5pm