ACB Tour of the Magnificent
Art Nouveau House
of Architect Gaspard Devalck
At the end of the XIXth century, in reaction to the old academic buildings, reworked and not very creative, suddenly appears a totally innovative, rupturist architectural style.
Quickly baptized in Belgium and France, Art Nouveau, it developed throughout Europe and even in the United States and as far as Buenos Aires and Cuba. Made of curves, colors, rhythm, it was inspired by nature, trees, flowers, insects, shells, animals, whether indigenous, exotic, symbolist or mythical. The feminine figure was often superbly idealized. Each country had its tenors and its own styles: Hector Guimard in France, Antoni Gaudi in Spain, Otto Wagner in Austria, Charles R. Mackintosh in the United Kingdom for the most famous.
In Belgium, they were numerous, all remarkably inventive. Paul Hankar, Henry van de Velde, Gustave Strauven, Paul Cauchie, Ernest Blerot, Ernest Delune, Albert Rosenboom, and of course the master, Victor Horta, with an international reputation and who was the first to use the curved line.
Architect Gaspard Devalck designed two corner houses in 1900, at the peak of Art Nouveau. One, at No.34, was intended for his mother, but he also occupied it by setting up his workshop there. The magnificent woodwork and exceptional stained glass windows in perfect condition deserve our full attention.
The current owners Anne & Thomas open their door to those passionate about art for a very special tour of this beautiful home.
DETAILS
The tour is about 45 minutes to 1 hour followed by a glass of wine to continue the conversations.
When: Saturday February 21st at 2pm
Where: 32 rue André van Hasselt, 1030 Brussels
There is parking in the street as well as many public transport options.
PRICE:
Members: 20€
Non-members: 30€
Partner Club: 25€ (use the partner club code)
Don't miss this opportunity to visit one of Brussels' architect landmark!
Register here on the ACB website:
https://www.americanclubbrussels.org/event-6546945
Cancellations for a full refund will be accepted up to Feb 14th included.
