‘Berlinde De Bruyckere. Khorós’
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31 Aug.'25
Bozar presents a large-scale solo exhibition featuring the work of Berlinde De Bruyckere (b. 1964, Ghent) for the first time. Humanity and the condition humaine are at the core of her compelling oeuvre. De Bruyckere draws on various sources of inspiration: Christian iconography, classical mythology, the works of the Flemish masters and cultural lore. She introduces these influences into a contemporary context; the violence that surrounds us, the images of human suffering on a global scale, but also the beauty and hope for change.
In Khorós De Bruyckere presents a selection of her works from the past 25 years, in dialogue with works of kindred artists – her “compagnons de route” as she calls them. The Greek Khorós (χορός) refers to the group of singers/dancers in Greek tragedies. The exhibition is thus conceived as an interplay of voices, shared themes and dialogues. It features works by, among others, Lucas Cranach the Elder, Peter Buggenhout, Patti Smith, and Pier Paolo Pasolini.
Buy the Berlinde De Bruyckere: Khorós catalogue, published by Bozar Books & Mercatorfonds.
From the artist's archive
Invisible beauty, 2011, Private Collection, Ghent, photo: Mirjam Devriendt
Lelie, 2017, pencil on paper, Courtesy of the artist, photo: Mirjam Devriendt
Peter Buggenhout, I am the Tablet #8, 2022, Courtesy the artist and Axel Vervoordt Gallery Photo: Dirk Pauwels
Lucas Cranach, Salome with the Head of Saint John the Baptist, 1530s, oil on linden timber. Szépművészeti Múzeum/ Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, inv.
Berlinde De Bruyckere, Courtyard Tales V, 2018. Courtesy the artist and Hauser & Wirth Photo: Mirjam Devriendt
From the artist's archive
Invisible beauty, 2011, Private Collection, Ghent, photo: Mirjam Devriendt
Lelie, 2017, pencil on paper, Courtesy of the artist, photo: Mirjam Devriendt
Peter Buggenhout, I am the Tablet #8, 2022, Courtesy the artist and Axel Vervoordt Gallery Photo: Dirk Pauwels
Lucas Cranach, Salome with the Head of Saint John the Baptist, 1530s, oil on linden timber. Szépművészeti Múzeum/ Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, inv.
Berlinde De Bruyckere, Courtyard Tales V, 2018. Courtesy the artist and Hauser & Wirth Photo: Mirjam Devriendt
Practical information
Dates
Location
BOZAR/Centre for Fine Arts
Ravensteinstraat 23 1000 BRUSSELS⚠️
This exhibition contains images that may be perceived as shocking or confrontational. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to approach our staff.
The welfare of animals was respected in the creation of all artworks. All materials used were ethically and responsibly sourced.
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The exhibition is accessible to people with reduced mobility with the assistance of the reception staff at Bozar. Two rooms in the exhibition are not accessible to persons with reduced mobility due to the complexity of the historic building.
We kindly ask you to announce your visit in advance. This will enable us to inform you and prepare your visit as well as possible. More info on accessibility
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The catalogue is available for purchase at Bozar Bookshop by Walther König in English.
Co-published by Bozar Books & Fonds Mercator/Mercatorfonds.
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€ 18
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€ 9
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€ 16
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€ 0
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€ 2
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€ 0
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€ 0
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€ 0
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€ 9
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€ 9
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€ 0
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€ 0
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€ 15
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€ 9
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