On June 28, the gardens of the Van Buuren Museum will become the stage for a unique poetic gathering, in collaboration with Les Midis de la Poésie. Three distinctive voices from the region – Eva Mancuso, Clarisse Michaux, and Charlie Demoulin – will let their words resonate at the heart of this green haven of nature and history.

Inspired by the house and gardens, their texts, created for the occasion, will weave a dialogue between nature, architecture, and poetry. A sensitive and spontaneous experience, where the place becomes living material for the imagination.

This retrospective explores the richness of sculpture from the interwar period, blending avant-garde, neoclassicism, and Art Deco. Influenced by Cubism and Futurism, these works adopt stylized forms and geometric motifs characteristic of the style.

The exhibition highlights the key role of major international exhibitions in spreading this innovative style. Visitors will discover sculptures by Belgian and international artists, illustrating the balance between figuration and modernity. Presented in the Art Deco gardens of the museum, this exhibition offers a unique immersion in the aesthetic of the 1920s.

Through “Un temps très vieux”, Mathias C. Pfund presents an in situ intervention inspired by the world of Erik Satie. This installation blends sculpture, music, and history, in dialogue with the museum’s piano, evoking the subtle connections between Satie and the space. Illustrated objects, fictitious calling cards, and historical reinterpretations add depth to this reflection on memory, time, and transience. An installation to discover within the unique atmosphere of the villa.

We were honored to welcome the team from the RTBF program “Les Ambassadeurs” for an immersive dive into the heart of Art Deco at the Musée & Jardins van Buuren. This program is a great opportunity to discover or rediscover the story of David and Alice van Buuren, as well as the architectural and artistic treasures that make this place unique.

Replay the show and be inspired by the timeless elegance of the Musée van Buuren.