Art in Europe, Ghent Altarpiece, St. Bavo, Ghent, Belgium
The Ghent Altarpiece or 'Adoration of the Mystic Lamb' --Dutch: 'Het Lam Gods' or 'The Lamb of God' was completed 1432 by Jan Van Eyck, is a complex Early Netherlands polyptych panel painting... --which is considered to be one of Belgium's masterpieces and one of the world's treasures.
Located at Saint Bavo Cathedral, Ghent, Belgium,
Ghent , Belgium
Ghent is a port city in northwest Belgium, at the confluence of the Leie and Scheldt rivers. During the Middle Ages it was a prominent city-state. Today it’s a university town and cultural hub. Its pedestrianized center is known for medieval architecture such as 12th-century Gravensteen castle and the Graslei, a row of guildhalls beside the Leie river harbor.
Three towers mark the skyline of Ghent’s old town – the 14th-century Belfry, St. Nicholas’ Church and Romanesque-Gothic St. Bavo’s Cathedral. The cathedral’s 15th-century altarpiece was painted by Flemish master Jan van Eyck. The Museum of Fine Arts exhibits Flemish and Dutch art, including works by Hieronymus Bosch and Peter Paul Rubens. Contemporary art gallery SMAK has a permanent collection and hosts temporary exhibitions. Boat trips explore the city’s canals, lined with cozy bars, cafes and chocolate shops. Local specialties include waterzooi stew, conical neuzen sweets and jenever, a juniper liqueur.
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Flemish Altarpiece Masterwork Part-Restored To Former Glory
Scientists and art historians in Belgium on Wednesday finished the first restoration stage of one of the most important pieces of early Renaissance art: the Van Eyck brothers' altarpiece in Ghent.
Completed in 1432, the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb is a complex painting some four and a half meters (14.75 ft) wide by three and a half meters tall, consisting of 12 panels, eight of them painted on both sides to enable the whole work to be opened and closed up.
The first stage of the restoration took four years to complete and focused on the outside panels, which depict the Annunciation - the angel Gabriel telling Mary she will give birth to Jesus - as well as showing prophets and two portraits of the praying donors of the painting.The painting has had a tumultuous history, surviving not only the destruction of religious images which swept through the Low Countries in the summer of 1566. It was also taken as loot by invading French and German forces in different wars, ending up in an Austrian salt mine at the end of World War Two.
The painting has undergone several restoration attempts over the past 600 years, which is why difficult decisions on which layers to remove and which layers to amplify needed to be taken.
It was not always clear which strokes were made by Hubert Van Eyck, which by his younger and better-known brother Jan and which by others, requiring an international team of scientists to assess the painting meticulously.
The result is a much brighter image with much more depth, shedding a yellow hue that had built up, said Anne van Grevenstein, an emeritus professor at the University of Amsterdam who advised on the project.
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Trendy vibrant Ghent should be on everyone's Belgium bucket list
We loved Ghent from the moment we boarded a tram outside Gent-Sint-Pieters train station to make our way to Tine and Fabio's place, our Couchsurfing hosts for the next three nights. The city was beautiful and that always helps, but their seemed to a buzz about the city and the locals on the tram were incredibly friendly. They could see us looking out the windows and checking maps to make sure we didn't miss our stop. A few must have overheard Sarah and I talking and made it a point to ensure we got off at the right place, Gravensteen, the Castle of the Counts.
Despite the fact we were running out of a little travel momentum having spent almost 12 months on the road, Ghent proved to be one of the highlights of our global adventure. It's a truly beautiful city, but we've been to many places equally as attractive and not felt the same. More often than not it's the people that set cities apart, and in Ghent we met some people who we hope will remain friends for many years to come. Fabio and Tine are two of the nicest people you could possibly meet, so generous and inviting. They opened their doors to us and treated us like long lost friends, and were especially wonderful with Jack. They are a young professional couple with their whole lives ahead of them, and I really hope they succeed at whatever it is they choose to do with their lives. I have no doubt they will.
Apart from our Couchsurfing hosts and the friendly, helpful locals, the city itself is exceptional. It's probably a slight step below Bruges in terms of beauty, but that's no slight given Bruges is virtually an open air museum, an immaculately preserved medieval city. But there's no comparison when it comes to soul with Ghent blowing Bruges away. You can walk out the front door first thing in the morning and do nothing other than walking the streets and soaking up the atmosphere until late into the evening and be happy. There's a fantastic cafe/restaurant/bar scene that made me think of Melbourne, and despite the chilly weather, there were people everywhere just looking happy and content.
If it wasn't for the bitterly cold winter weather I could live there no problems. It ticks every box - great social scene, cool shops, beautiful city - I'm just not sure I could hack spending 8 months of every year rugged up to fend off the cold.
Anyway, here's a list of a few things we got up to during our stay:
- AMADEUS RIBS and BALLS AND GLORY: If you go to Ghent you have to eat at both of these establishments. If you get takeaway from Amadeus you'll get so many ribs you won't be able to eat them all in one sitting, while Balls And Glory is a simple concept serving flavour-filled meatballs on salad with seasonal greens or stoemp with gravy. Delicious!
- ST BAVO'S CATHEDRAL, ST NICHOLAS' CHURCH AND THE BELFRY: Three enormous buildings and towers in the middle of the old town that defines Ghent. Climb the Belfry for great photos over Ghent, or get a lovely shot of all three from St Michael's Bridge. St Bavo's is also home of The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, a masterpiece painting by Jan Van Eyck. If you're an art fan it's not to be missed.
GRAVENSTEEN (CASTLE OF THE COURTS): We didn't go inside because we're over castles, but if you're into them this one is apparently quite cool with a unique history.
KORENLEI, GRASLEI AND ST MICHAEL’S BRIDGE: Two absolutely gorgeous riverside streets lined with amazing architecture connected by the beautiful St Michael's Bridge. Get your typical get photos from here including the Three Towers of Ghent.
PATERSHOL: A lovely quiet area of town that was once avoided like the plague but is now a trendy, upmarket suburb within the Old Town. I'm sure every major city has stories of former neglected areas that are now more expensive than anywhere else!
GHENT TOWN HALL: A fascinating building that is half Gothic, half Renaissance. We didn't go inside but you can explore what is apparently a fascinating interior.
GRAFFITI STREET AND GHENT STREET ART: Werregarenstraat is where local street artists can come and show off their craft. However while it's very colourful and a huge departure from the look of the rest of the city, the artwork isn't exactly mind-blowing. There is the odd extraordinary painting, but on the whole it's just people painting over the top of each other non-stop.
There so much more to see and do, and I encourage everyone to go. You can do day trips from Brussels or Bruges, but I believe that would be doing the city a disservice. Go and stay for a few nights and really get to know the city. You won't be disappointed.
Brutus - Space - TOUTPARTOUT sessions
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Brutus playing an intimate but groovy rendition of the song 'Space', taken from their new album Nest. Mannaerts' voice sounds incomparably in the art deco building, while Stijn's guitar rushes willingly on the water.
Session is shot at 'Van Eyck' swimming pool, the oldest indoor pool in Belgium, built in 1886 along Portus Ganda. Thanks to its art deco design, the building was recognized as a monument in 1995 and it is still called 'the most beautiful swimming pool in Belgium' to this day.
Creative Director : Anton Coene
Sound : Ian Clement
Producer : Steven Thomassen
Production Assistant : Stefanie Ghettem
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We want to share our passion for live music and bring it to the streets. The streets of our hometown in Ghent. That’s why we decided to start shooting intimate sessions with the city as a background. We record live sessions with the artists that pass by Ghent while being on tour. We collaborate with noteworthy music photographer Anton Coene, who is the creative director of the project.
TOUTPARTOUT sessions is a project by Toutpartout in collaboration with HUMO and Music Mania. Join us for a musical walk around the beautiful city of Ghent and discover the artists on the Toutpartout roster.
Tattoo Art and Fashion Ghent 2018
TATTOO ART AND FASHION - GHENT, BELGIUM 2018
Home Is Where The Art Is: Ghent Altarpiece
I travelled to Ghent, Belgium to finally see the most stolen painting of all time: The Ghent Altarpiece. It was glorious!
Ghent, city of the Altarpiece
In 2020, Ghent is honouring its greatest Flemish Master.
When you say Ghent, you think Ghent Altarpiece. Ghent is the city where Van Eyck painted his world-famous masterpiece.
Van Eyck was here. And will be here to stay. Will you?
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Noah Charney tries Cuberdons
Noah Charney, bestselling author of 'Stealing the Mystic Lamb' and Ghent lover tries a local speciality: cuberdons.
A taste of 9000 . Ghent old city centre , Belgium-4K-Panasonic gh5
Vibrant Ghent , the postalcode is 9000 , is well worth a weekend trip. It’s ideal for a last-minute city trip as well. Quirky Ghent offers a fascinating cultural cocktail brimming with trendy, modern urban life. Ghent is a city where people enjoy life: a chilled-out place where anything goes and a city that feels human. Its friendly, welcoming people love the good life. Don’t miss the chance to admire the world-famous masterpiece—the Mystic Lamb by the Van Eyck brothers—during your weekend trip.
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Walking Around Brussels In Belgium
Historium - Discover Bruges' golden age with all your senses
Bruges lived its golden age in 1435: an exceptional showcase of wealth which you will be able to experience from autumn 2012 onwards. Not only true to the facts, but also in 5S -- a new concept working all your senses. The Middle ages come alive through a riveting love story. The cinematic panorama of a busy port will leave a lasting impression. Make your way through the atelier of Van Eyck, one of Northern Europe's most celebrated 15th century painters. Film, decor and special effects merge into a magical experience. You can live this experience in your own language. The Historium is situated on the 'Grote Markt', in an amazing building in the centre of town. A beer bar with shop and breathtaking views of the market are just some of the other features of the Historium. Your visit to this impressive exposition will provide you with a lasting experience.
Rückkehr des Genter Altars
Österreich würdigt Stille Helden vom Salzkammergut in den Salzwelten und im JUFA Altaussee
Ghent in Motion | Summer Trip | Travel Film
Ghent is a port city in northwest Belgium, at the confluence of the Leie and Scheldt rivers. During the Middle Ages it was a prominent city-state. Today it’s a university town and cultural hub. Its pedestrianized center is known for medieval architecture such as 12th-century Gravensteen castle and the Graslei, a row of guildhalls beside the Leie river harbor.
This beautiful city is also the second-most populous municipality in Belgium by population.
Ghent offers you a rich history, culture and a trendy city vibe. It has to be not just seen but experienced..... a chilled-out city where anything goes; get lost in the historic centre, explore the museums, enjoy their culinary talent and throw yourself into the bustling nightlife.
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Leonell Cassio - 2000 of 8 (ft. Charlotte Leone)
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Cindi's Windiam Tour Antwerp, Belgium
On October 1, Cindi's Diamond & Jewelry Gallery is travelling to Antwerp, Belgium on a diamond buying excursion. Antwerp is regarded as the diamond capital of the world, a distinction that is even more true today. Quite literally, any quality, weight, cut or shape of diamond can be found in Antwerp.
As a member of the Independent Jewelers Organization (IJO), the nations most esteemed jewelry trade group, we are able to buy diamonds directly from the diamond cutters. This allows us to purchase diamonds at considerable savings compared to the diamond available through local avenues. We can offer you our expert eye by hand selecting only the best diamonds for you.
We can arrange a brief appointment to discuss in detail any specific diamond you might be looking for. Whether you're looking for a new diamond, want to upgrade, want a pair of diamond studs, or a gorgeous pendant - let us at Cindi's be your direct diamond broker!
Walking in Belgium
Taking a walk in Belgium
^BSE^ Belgium 2008: 55 (13 Aug Shopping)
^BSE^ meeting in Belgium 2008
The Flemish Primitives · The Altarpieces · Van Eyck, Campin, Van der Weyden, Van der Goes
The Flemish Primitives. The birth of pictorial realism. The Altarpieces :
- Jan & Hubert Van Eyck. The Mystic Lamb, 1432 (St-Bavo Cathedral of Ghent)
- Robert Campin. Christ and the Virgin, c. 1425 (Philadelphia Museum of Art)
- Robert Campin. The Mérode Altarpiece, c. 1427 (The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York)
- Jan van Eyck. The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin, c. 1435 (Musée du Louvre, Paris)
- Rogier Van der Weyden. The Deposition, c. 1436 (Prado Museum, Madrid)
- Hugo Van der Goes. Death of the Virgin, c. 1480 (Groeninge Museum, Bruges)
Christian art
Hubert Van Eyck (Maaseik, c. 1366 ? - Ghent, 1426)
Jan Van Eyck (Maaseik, c. 1390 - Bruges, 1441)
Robert Campin (Valenciennes, c. 1378 - Tournai, 1444)
Rogier Van der Weyden (Tournai, 1399 - Brussels, 1464)
Hugo Van der Goes (Ghent, c. 1440 - Auderghem, 1482).
♫ Johann Sebastian Bach
Mass in B minor (extracts)
1. Kyrie Eleison (extract) - 2. Gloria. Cum Sancto Spiritu (extract) - 3. Sanctus (extract) - 4. Crucifixus
Chorus and Orchestra of Collegium Vocale, Ghent. PHILIPPE HERREWEGHE (Virgin Classics, 1989)
Ghent in Motion - Immersive audiovisual tour about Ghent
Ghent in Motion
Binnenkort op permanente locatie en in acht talen.
Soon on permanent location and in eight languages.
Bientôt sur place et en huit langues.
很快就在永久地点和八种语言。
Bald vor Ort und in acht Sprachen.
Próximamente en localización permanente y en ocho
idiomas.
Скоро на постоянном месте и на восьми языках.
永久的な場所にすぐにそして8つの言語で。
Jan van Eyck, The Madonna in the Church
Jan van Eyck, The Madonna in the Church, c. 1438, oil on oak, 31 x 14 cm (Gemäldegalerie, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin). In the Google Art Project: Created by Beth Harris and Steven Zucker.