Jean Brusselmans
Past event
Cancelled
Postponed
Now →
31 Jan.'27
Painter by Nature
Bozar presents a major retrospective of the painter Jean Brusselmans (1884–1953), the first comprehensive exhibition of his work since 1980. From the early 20th century onwards, Brusselmans developed a distinctive body of work, independent of artistic trends yet firmly rooted in painterly tradition. His deep connection to the Brabant landscape and his modest way of life are translated into an authentic and recognisable visual language, situated at the intersection of abstraction and figuration. Through some 120 works, the exhibition introduces visitors to the remarkable oeuvre of a still underappreciated Belgian artist. Dialogues with contemporaries such as Fernand Léger, Piet Mondrian and Rik Wouters offer a fresh perspective on his work.
The exhibition also highlights Brusselmans’ decorative commissions for the theatre, including the monumental sets he designed for the first French-language production of the opera Erwartung by Arnold Schoenberg at the Centre for Fine Arts in 1936. These lost stage designs are brought back to life by the contemporary Belgian painter Kristof Santy (b. 1987), who frequently draws inspiration from Brusselmans in his own work.
Partners: Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, KBR, MSK Ghent, Musea Brugge, Mu.ZEE, Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
A ticket for the exhibitions of William Kentridge, Jean Brusselmans, Edith Dekyndt x Cristóbal Balenciaga or Central. Never Alone gives you free access to the exhibition House of Memory / بيت الذاكرة by Basil Al-Rawi on the same day.
Practical information
Dates
Location
Circuit Royal · Bozar
rue Ravenstein, 23 1000 BrusselsCheck the sensory map to prepare for your visit.
The exhibition is accessible to people with reduced mobility with the assistance of the reception staff at Bozar. Some rooms are difficult to access for visitors with reduced mobility. We recommend letting us know about your visit in advance. This allows us to provide you with relevant information and help make your visit as comfortable as possible.
Find out more about accessibility under 'Your Visit'
Rates
MyBozar Card
€ 15
<26 MyBozar Card
€ 10
Standard
€ 20
< 26 year
€ 14
>65 year
€ 18
< 18 year
€ 0
museumPASSmusées
€ 2
ICOM
€ 0
Carte press / Perskaarten : VVJ, AJP, IFJ, API-IPA, AICA
€ 0
Brussels Card
€ 0
Accessibility | Wheelchair & Blind
€ 0
Accessibility | Companion wheelchair & Blind
€ 0
Card : Preferential Reimbursement / EU Disability
€ 10
Jean Brusselmans, The Lady with the Rose, 1939, oil on canvas, Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels, inv. 9237 © photo: Grafisch Buro Lefevre
Jean Brusselmans, The Walk, c. 1929, oil on canvas, The Phoebus Foundation, Antwerp
Jean Brusselmans, Je suis le peintre du 'Kouden haard', 1947, pen on paper, private collection © photo: Kunstgalerij De Vuyst
Jean Brusselmans, Beach View with Bathers, c. 1935, oil on canvas © Mu.ZEE Ostend Collection – Ostend City Collection, photo: Cedric Verhelst
Jean Brusselmans, The Lady with the Rose, 1939, oil on canvas, Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels, inv. 9237 © photo: Grafisch Buro Lefevre
Jean Brusselmans, The Walk, c. 1929, oil on canvas, The Phoebus Foundation, Antwerp
Jean Brusselmans, Je suis le peintre du 'Kouden haard', 1947, pen on paper, private collection © photo: Kunstgalerij De Vuyst
Jean Brusselmans, Beach View with Bathers, c. 1935, oil on canvas © Mu.ZEE Ostend Collection – Ostend City Collection, photo: Cedric Verhelst
Related events
Concerts
Highly Recommended
Belgian National Orchestra, Chauhan & Brimberg
Watch ✕ Read ✕ Listen
5 Reasons to Bring Children to an Exhibition at Bozar
Support
- Vlaamse overheid (WEB)