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BRAFA Art Fair celebrates its 70th edition from 26 Jan - 2 Feb 2025
From Sunday, 26th January to Sunday, 2nd February 2025, BRAFA will celebrate its 70th edition at Brussels Expo!
This milestone underscores BRAFA as an unmissable event for collectors across Europe and beyond. The fair owes its allure to the excellence of its galleries, the quality and diversity of the artworks, a consistently reimagined eclectic presentation, and its warm, convivial atmosphere.
Each year, BRAFA welcomes approximately 130 galleries from 15 countries, showcasing more than 20 specialities ranging from archaeology to contemporary art and design. Over 65,000 visitors embark on this remarkable journey through art and culture every edition.
From the moment you step into BRAFA, the magic begins. In just a few hours, art lovers can explore their favourite galleries, each presenting unique works in an elegant setting. The stands, the floral arrangements, and the overall décor are all meticulously designed to ensure a delightful visit to the fair.
The 2025 Guest of Honour will lend additional lustre to this special edition.
Brussels Expo, originally developed for the 1935 and 1958 World Fairs, boasts the iconic Atomium as its landmark. This location makes BRAFA easily accessible, regardless of your mode of transportation or starting point. Situated close to the heart of Brussels, the Expo is within easy reach of world-class museums, gourmet restaurants, and vibrant bars.
BRAFA is truly one of the world’s most inspiring fairs.
Catch the atmosphere with this teaser, and join us in January to begin your new year with BRAFA.
www.brafa.art
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Meet new BRAFA Art Fair Chairman Klaas Muller
From 26 January to 2 February 2025, the internationally renowned BRAFA Art Fair will celebrate its 70th anniversary at Brussels Expo. This year, we proudly welcome Klaas Muller as the new Chairman of BRAFA. Reflecting on the fair’s rich history, Klaas shares his excitement for the future and invites everyone to discover what makes BRAFA so unique: “Come and visit us! There’s a reason BRAFA is the world’s oldest antiques and art fair, with visitor numbers growing each year.”
Known for its prestige and eclectic charm, BRAFA brings together rare and exceptional works spanning from antiquity to contemporary art, all showcased in a refined setting. Since its founding in 1956, BRAFA has grown, internationalized, and evolved while remaining dedicated to excellence, offering collectors a fair unlike any other in Europe.
Save the date and join us for this 8-day celebration of art at Brussels Expo!
For details and tickets, visit www.brafa.art.
BRAFA Art Fair
26 January - 2 February 2025
Brussels Expo / Heysel - Belgium
BRAFA Principal Sponsor: Delen Private Bank.
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BRAFA Art Fair 2025 is taking shape...
Join BRAFA Chairman Klaas Muller behind the scenes in the lead-up to our milestone 70th edition! In this exclusive look inside the BRAFA office, Muller shares insights into the process of selecting our exhibitors, a crucial element in shaping the fair’s unique character.
Each participant is chosen through a thorough and democratic procedure, ensuring quality, BRAFA's unique eclecticism and innovation. This dedication is what makes BRAFA one of Europe’s most prestigious art fairs.
Save the date for our 70th anniversary edition - join us and step into the BRAFA experience from 26 January to 2 February 2025 at Brussels Expo.
For details and tickets, see www.brafa.art.
BRAFA Principal Sponsor: Delen Private Bank
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BRAFA Art Fair 2024 is a success!
What a wonderful 69th edition of the BRAFA Art Fair it was!
We couldn't have done it without you. Thanks to 67,000 enthusiastic art collectors, museum curators, decorators and art lovers, our partners, supporters and our 132 leading galleries who presented their finest pieces from all disciplines, from antiques to contemporary art & design, the BRAFA Art Fair was a resounding success!
We look forward to welcoming you again next year from Sunday 26 January to Sunday 2 February 2025 at BrusselsExpo | Heizel.
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Experience the atmosphere of the BRAFA Art Fair
Enjoy the teaser of BRAFA 2024 and get inspired to visit the international art fair at Brussels Expo until 4 February.
As one of the most prestigious art fairs in Europe, the BRAFA Art Fair invites to an exceptional 8-day event in which rare works, ranging from antiquity to the twenty-first century, are exhibited in a refined setting at Brussels Expo. 132 international galleries display stunning works of art from all eras of art history. Upon arriving at BRAFA, visitors embarked on a journey throughout the aisles which boast a mix of eras and styles, enabling the gaze to remain alert. The variety of specialties on display also offers collectors the possibility of opening up to other fields.
A daily BRAFA Art Talks programme adds to the depth of the event, as do the Guided Tours, free to all visitors after registration.
A curated exhibition of paintings by Paul Delvaux, the 2024 guest of honour, is presented in a dedicated design space.
Join us in Brussels, there is so much to discover and enjoy at BRAFA 2024!
In the meantime find further information on brafa.art.
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BRAFA 2024: a rare Lynn Chadwick sculpture revealed
Tune in as Tania Sutton, Director of Osborne Samuel Gallery, delves into an exceptional Lynn Chadwick bird sculpture of 1958, now to be seen at the BRAFA Art Fair 2024.
Osborne Samuel is a long-established gallery and one of London’s leading specialists in Modern British painting and sculpture. This semi-abstracted winged figure, which they present on their stand 6 at the international BRAFA Art Fair, continues to develop some of the imagery seen in Chadwick’s work of the early 1950s, a period during which Chadwick began to create a menagerie of fantastical beasts. See how magnificently it's captured mid-launch, as beating wings lift its body into the air. It is a being which straddles the divide between the familiar and unfamiliar: with a recognisable form which represents that of a bird, but with the angular armature which is more in line with its prehistoric predecessor.
Make it to BRAFA 2024 at Brussels Expo until 4 February to see these and many more treasures up close.
See brafa.art for more information.
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BRAFA 2024 through the eyes of Patricia De Peuter
BRAFA Ambassador Patricia De Peuter takes us through this year's BRAFA Art Fair, discussing the rich and diverse use of flowers in art. With her interesting background knowledge, the chosen blooms appear in a whole new light.
Tune in and discover!
BRAFA Art Fair takes place from 28 January through 4 February 2024 at Brussels Expo.
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Delving into a Hellenistic marble sculpture at BRAFA 2024
Delve into antiquity when this gem, presented by Tobias Desmet of Desmet Gallery, was created!
Greek translucent marble was used to conjure up a small, seated Venus leaning towards her ankle where she ties her sandal.
Visit the BRAFA Art Fair until 4 February 2024 and be sure to visit second-generation family gallery Desmet, which focuses on classical sculpture in the broad sense, to behold this little treasure.
The BRAFA Art Fair takes place at Brussels Expo / Heysel. 132 exhibitors take part in this annual art event, showing artworks from antiquity to the present, covering 20 specialities from all over the world.
See brafa.art for more information.
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Spectacular Alberto Giacometti bowl revealed at BRAFA 2024
Not to be missed at this year's BRAFA Art Fair, a unique bowl by Alberto Giacometti (1901-1966), presented by Céline Mathivet of Galerie Mathivet.
With its spectacular dimensions, this circa 1948 coupe "Oblongue" is at once a bowl and a sculpture. It gives the feeling of a freshly unearthed artefact and moves between a sculpture and an everyday object. Swiss sculptor, painter, draughtsman and printmaker Alberto Giacometti was one of the most important sculptors of the 20th century. His work was mainly influenced by artistic styles such as cubism and surrealism. Philosophical questions about the human condition and existential and phenomenological debates played an important role in his work. He is particularly widely known for his figurative œuvre that is iconic and of an incomparable style.
Visit the BRAFA Art Fair at Brussels Expo until 4 February 2024 and make sure to spot this highlight at the Mathivet Gallery.
See brafa.art for further information.
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BRAFA Art Fair 2024 - ready for the Surrealist mode!
BRAFA 2024 is on the verge of opening doors at Brussels Expo.
Our 132 exhibitors have arrived in Brussels, from 14 countries across the globe, to showcase their finest pieces. The careful vetting has taken place, the carpet is rolled out and all flowers and the decor are in place.
Enjoy this teaser and get ready for your BRAFA Art Fair experience!
We are happy to welcome you at Brussels Expo from 28 January - 4 February, 2024.
See www.brafa.art for further information and tickets.
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Experience the unique BRAFA Art Fair atmosphere
At the beginning of every year, the international BRAFA Art Fair, one of the most prestigious art fairs in Europe, invites to an exceptional 8-day event in Brussels. Rare works, ranging from antiquity to the twenty-first century, are exhibited in a refined setting at Brussels Expo. Since 1956, the year of its creation, its taste for excellence has contributed to its constant evolution. Over time, it has grown, internationalised and changed venues several times without losing its charm, pursuing one simple objective: to offer the most qualitative of art fairs in order to satisfy the desires of collectors in search of treasures.
Save the date for BRAFA's 69th edition at Brussels Expo, from 28 January through 4 February 2024.
www.brafa.art for all information you may need to arrange your visit.
BRAFA Art Fair - previewing a few 2024 highlights
Mark your calendars for the 69th edition of the BRAFA Art Fair, set to take place from January 28th to February 4th, 2024, at the iconic Brussels Expo - Heysel.
BRAFA stands out for its diverse and 'cross-collecting' nature, seamlessly blending styles and eras to create a unique art experience. Navigating through BRAFA is akin to immersing oneself in a world where beauty and elegance bring a sense of tranquility. Across the 8-day event, over 10,000 works spanning various art historical styles and periods will be showcased by 132 globally recognized galleries from 14 countries.
Before the fair opens, the paintings, furniture, art objects, jewelry, and sculptures will undergo analysis by over 80 experts worldwide, studied in a scientific laboratory, and monitored by the Art Loss Register for two days. The fair is a magnet for prominent art collectors, prospective buyers, and art enthusiasts eager to explore the diverse offerings. From Old Masters to contemporary art, including jewelry, sculptures, silverware, design, and tribal art, get ready for a glimpse of some standout pieces featured at #BRAFA2024.
Enjoy the highlight teaser and see you soon!
📌 BRAFA Art Fair
📍 Brussels Expo / Heysel
⏰ January 28 - February 4, 2024
🌐 www.brafa.art for all information and tickets
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BRAFA Art Fair 2024 Masterpiece Unveiled by the Board
Delve into the fascinating world of art with Klaas Muller, BRAFA's Vice President Old Masters!
Tune in as he unveils the masterpiece 'Still life of Lent' by Spanish maestro Francisco de Zurbarán, an interesting and rare kitchen still life that looks like a modern marvel. Klaas shares the secrets behind this rare artwork that takes a scene from everyday life to the next level and invites you to explore the breathtaking collection at BRAFA Art Fair 2024.
Featured painting: Francisco de Zurbarán (Fuente de Cantos, Badajoz 1598-1664 Madrid), Still Life of Lent. Oil on canvas, 62.5 x 82.5 cm. BRAFA 2024 exhibit of Nicolás Cortés Gallery. Video by NOOT
BRAFA 2024 key work revealed by Vice-Chairman Didier Claes
Tap into the BRAFA 2024 mood and get inspired to meet 132 exhibitors from around the world and their wonders: it is an unmissable event to exchange with professionals who can share their passion with you.
Didier Claes, BRAFA's Vice-Chairman of Non-European art and specialist in classical art from Africa, shares his highlight of the fair in this video, explaining his choice. Tune in and learn why, according to him, this Picasso musketeer, offered by the Hélène Bailly Gallery, is a key exhibit not to miss at the fair. Why? Next to celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Spanish master's death, he was undeniably inspired by anonymous African artists. It is safe to say that the greatest and most majestic masterpieces in art history emerged from this.
Featured artwork: Pablo Picasso (Malaga 1881-1973 Mougins), Le Peintre (Mousquetaire aux 2 visages), 1967. Oil on canvas, 100 x 81 cm. Signed: Picasso and dated: 21/2/67 top left.
Provenance: Galerie Louise Leiris; Galerie Taménaga (label on reverse); former collection Pierre and Jeannine Consten
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A BRAFA Art Fair 2024 Highlight presented by Francis Maere
Enter the world of art and culture with Francis Maere, Vice Chairman of Modern & Contemporary Art and a specialist in Belgian and European contemporary art from the early 20th century, as he unveils one of his favourite BRAFA 2024 highlights, on display at Brussels Expo from 28 January to 4 February.
Discover the extraordinary Dan tribe ivory mask from the late 19th century, a rare piece that bridges African and contemporary art. Claes Gallery's exhibit boasts spatially projected volumes and frontal ridges that create a powerful architectural form; a true rarity of its kind. These masks were used for conflict resolution and war management and in this case have a traceable provenance, highlighting an important aspect of all the pieces at the BRAFA Art Fair.
Featured: Dan Mask. Ivory Coast, late 19th century. Wood, H 23 cm. Provenance: Dr. Alexander Rafaeli collection (1910-1996).
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BRAFA Art Fair's Chairman unveils an unmissable 2024 Highlight
Join Harold t' Kint de Roodenbeeke, BRAFA's Chairman and specialist in 20th-century modern art, as he unveils one of the unmissable pieces to be discovered at the upcoming BRAFA Art Fair from 28 January - 4 February.
The painting in question is a rare 1950s mass writing by Judit Reigl (1923 - 2020). The Hungarian artist escaped communism in the late 1940s and emigrated to France, where she developed in the spirit of abstract expressionism. An extraordinary woman with an extraordinarily powerful gestural language, whose work will be on display at Galerie Dina Vierny. With a heterogeneous collection of works from different eras and, thanks to the guest of honour the Paul Delvaux Foundation, a thematic and historical exhibition around this artist, the 2024 edition of BRAFA will be an absolute must-visit to open the artistic season with. Last but not least, the specific, surrealistic setting promises to surprise.
Featured artwork: Judit Reigl (Kapuvár 1923-2020 Marcoussis), Mass Writing, 1958. Oil on canvas, 80 x 114.5 cm. Signed: Reigl and dated lower right: 1958. Provenance: Galerie Kléber, Paris; private collection, Paris; Galerie Dina Vierny, Paris. Exhibition: Paris, Galerie Dina Vierny, Judit Reigl, Panta rhei, 2023, ill. p. 30.
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BRAFA 2024 is well underway!
The 2024 BRAFA Art Fair edition is well underway, transforming Brussels Expo halls 3 and 4 into a mesmerizing world of art and antiques!
Join us as 132 galleries from 14 countries showcase their diverse array of treasures spanning 20 specialities, ranging from Antiquity to the present day. Set up in an exciting mix, BRAFA offers a unique experience that encourages collectors to explore and appreciate different areas of art.
This year, visitors are welcomed in a surreal atmosphere and treated to a special presentation by guest of honour Paul Delvaux Foundation, to mark the 100th anniversary of the art movement.
The BRAFA Art Fair runs from 28 January to 4 February 2024 at Brussels Expo /Heysel.
For further details, visit www.brafa.art.
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BRAFA 2023: an exceptional turnout for this 68th edition
BRAFA, based at Brussels Expo for the second time, made a big impression on its audiences. 130 exhibitors, including 13 new galleries, displayed their most beautiful treasures in two Halls which had been entirely refurbished in the spirit of Art Nouveau, the theme chosen for this 68th edition. Thanks to the perfectly-curated juxtaposition of eras and styles, the interest of the visitors browsing the aisles was sustained over the course of these 8 days.
65,000 visitors, including collectors, museum curators, decorators and art lovers, came from all over Europe, Japan, Mexico and the United States to discover the Fair, which featured 35% of Belgian galleries and 65% of foreign galleries.
See you at the 69th edition of the BRAFA Art Fair, which will take place from Sunday, January 28th to Sunday, February 4th, 2024. www.brafa.art
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BRAFA 2023: spotlight on some key pieces from the 68th edition
The 68th BRAFA Art Fair will be held from Sunday 29th of January to Sunday 5th of February, 2023, at Brussels Expo - Heysel, an emblematic venue steeped in history.
BRAFA is distinguished by its diversity and its ‘cross-collecting’ particularity, thanks to a perfect blend of styles and eras. Walking around BRAFA is like diving into a world where beauty and elegance impart a form of appeasement. Over the course of 8 days, more than 10,000 works spanning all different styles and periods will be presented by 130 internationally-renowned galleries from 15 countries. For two days prior to the opening of the Fair, the paintings, furniture, art objects, jewellery and sculptures will be analysed by more than 80 experts from around the world, studied by a scientific laboratory and monitored by the Art Loss Register. The fair attracts major art collectors, new buyers, and art lovers curious to see what is on the market.
From the Old Masters to contemporary art, by way of jewellery, sculptures, silverware, design and tribal art, here is an overview of a few key pieces which will be featured at BRAFA 2023.
BRAFA Art Fair
Brussels Expo / Heysel
29 January - 5 February 2023
www.brafa.art
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BRAFA 2023 in the making
BRAFA will be opening its doors this weekend, from January 29th to February 5th, 2023, at Brussels Expo.
In this video, you can see how hall 3 and 4 of the Brussels Expo are transformed into a art lover’s treasure trove. The decor is filled with the signs of Art Nouveau, the theme chosen for this 68th edition, in a staging by Volume Architecture, which will be celebrating 20 years of collaboration with BRAFA this year.
The fair is renowned for the range of specialities it presents to collectors and art lovers from all over Europe and beyond. This year, once again, it promises more than 10,000 artworks dating from Antiquity to the present day. A real journey of discovery!
Video by NOOT.
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BRAFA 2022 takes place in Brussels Expo from 19-26 June
This year's BRAFA will take place in Brussels Expo, from Sunday 19 June to Sunday 26 June 2022.
This is a new chapter for the fair, which has developed over time and in different locations: Galerie Louise, BOZAR centre, Tour & Taxis and soon Brussels Expo.
BRAFA is an event not to be missed by collectors from all over Europe and beyond, thanks to the excellence of the galleries, the quality of the artworks, the diversity and the friendly atmosphere.
Every year, BRAFA welcomes around 120 galleries from 15 countries, with more than 20 specialities, from archaeology to contemporary art and design. More than 60,000 visitors experience this wonderful journey every year.
As soon as you enter BRAFA, the magic begins. In just a few hours, art lovers can discover their favourite galleries with unique artworks in elegant surroundings. The booths, the flowers, the general decoration, everything is aimed at making a visit to the fair as pleasant as possible.
This year, the guest of honour, the renowned Belgian artist Arne Quinze, will brighten up the event with his colourful creations.
The new venue, Brussels Expo, is an important legacy of the 1935 and 1958 World Fairs in Brussels, with the famous Atomium as its landmark. Brussels Expo was built to host international fairs and meetings. BRAFA is easily accessible by plane, train, car or public transport, whatever your point of departure. Brussels Expo is close to the city centre of Brussels, which offers a wide variety of world-class museums, wonderful restaurants and lively bars.
BRAFA, one of the most inspiring fairs in the world.
Enjoy the beginning of Summer with BRAFA.
The international BRAFA Art Fair 2022: a selection of major art works
The 67th edition of the international BRAFA Art Fair will take place between Sunday 19 and Sunday 26 June 2022 at Brussels Expo. A unique occasion to admire several millennia of artistic creation thanks to 115 established and new art galleries.
BRAFA 2022: a 67th luminous edition
The 67th edition of BRAFA, taking place from Sunday, June 19th to Sunday, June 26th, 2022, opens under a bright summer sun. As soon as they enter the Fair, visitors will be charmed by a richly-coloured decor inviting them to escape and dream. Elegantly flowered, covered with a unique carpet, and embellished by sculptures, paintings and drawings by our Belgian guest of honour, Arne Quinze, the fair welcomes 115 Belgian and international exhibitors spread over two Palaces (3 and 4) at Brussels Expo, an emblematic venue steeped in history.
Whilst this change of scenery has undoubtedly breathed new life into BRAFA, the fair has also retained its essential values: quality, authenticity and eclecticism. Collectors will be able to explore the aisles where long-standing galleries and 18 new exhibitors are displayed in a circuit that promotes discovery and a mix of styles.
BRAFA 2020: the fair of a thousand temptations...
January is BRAFA month! BRAFA, short for Brussels Art Fair, will open from 26 January to 2 February 2020. The 133 Belgian and international galleries gathered on the site of Tour & Taxis offer a thousand temptations to warm the hearts of all art lovers and to arouse the keen interest of the most discerning collectors.
Beautiful, rare and exceptional art objects blend harmoniously, while paying tribute to creativity from the earliest times to the present day. BRAFA offers the pleasure of discovering and admiring thousands of works of art, discussing these with dealers and learning about market developments, completing your collection or interior, or more simply being tempted...
BRAFA chose to mark its 65th edition with an unprecedented initiative, the charity auction of five original segments of the Berlin Wall. In the past, these intimidating monoliths were instruments of separation and suffering, but this time they will be used for legitimate causes such as medical research, the integration of people with disabilities or for cultural heritage. Learn more at www.brafa.art.
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BRAFA Art Fair 2020: meet the exhibitors
The BRAFA Art Fair, created in 1956, is one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious art fairs, famous for the high quality fine art, antiques, modern and contemporary art and design it offers.
133 leading galleries from 14 countries participate in the art fair, covering 20 specialities. The fair is known for its welcoming atmosphere, eclecticism and elegance. BRAFA's size means you can get a good impression of the fair in a few hours, leaving you lots of time to linger over your favourite pieces! In this video, dealers share their thoughts on the fair, giving peek behind the scenes.
This year, BRAFA stretches from 26 January through 2 February 2020. As the first major art event of the year, it is considered a reliable barometer of the art market.
For more information see www.brafa.art
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BRAFA 2020 in Brussels: almost ready for its 65th edition!
Almost time to open doors of the 65th edition of the Brussels Art Fair, better known as BRAFA, one of the most inspiring art fairs in the world. Time for a little sneak peek of the build-up! It took 75 carpenters, 15 painters, 10 electricians, 15 upholsterers, 20 carpet layers and 6 man logistics to mount the fair, using 6000 litres of paint, 5,500 pieces of wall and 15,750 m² of carpet...
BRAFA is located in Tour & Taxis, a magnificent site that is part of Brussels’ industrial heritage. The fair is known for its welcoming atmosphere, eclecticism and elegance. BRAFA’s size means you can get a good impression of the fair in a few hours, leaving you lots of time to linger over your favourite pieces! The fair will be open from 26 January - 2 February 2020.
Learn more at www.brafa.art
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Why you should visit the BRAFA Art Fair in 2020
The international Brussels Art Fair (BRAFA) is an exceptional showcase of high quality and rare pieces dating from the Bronze Age to the present day, covering some 5000 years of history.
BRAFA is known for its welcoming atmosphere, eclecticism and elegance. The fair attracts major art collectors, new buyers, and art lovers curious to see what is on the market.
Every edition, 135 top art and antiques dealers from 16 countries are invited to exhibit at the fair. They are happy to take their time and share their knowledge and expertise with you. The exhibitor selection process is rigorous, and all objects are verified by an international committee of more than 100 independent experts.
The next BRAFA edition will open at Tour & Taxis Brussels between Sunday 26 January and Sunday 2 February 2020. Learn more at www.brafa.art
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A glimpse of BRAFA 2019
The Brussels Art Fair (BRAFA) is one of the leading European art and antiques fairs that dates back to 1956. With a consistent focus on high quality, authenticity and diversity, BRAFA offers treasures of classicism, modern & contemporary art and design, covering more than 20 specialities.
BRAFA welcomes 135 top art and antiques dealers from 16 countries to exhibit at the fair. The fair’s exhibitor selection process is rigorous, and all objects are verified by an international committee of more than 100 independent experts.
Last year over 66,000 art enthusiasts from Belgium and beyond attended BRAFA 2019 to marvel at 5000 years of art history in a friendly and elegant athmosphere… This new record highlights the loyalty of BRAFA’s collectors and visitors and the event’s reputation for excellence.
BRAFA is not just an art fair, it is an event devoted to the promotion of art in all its forms. Every year, it hosts a special exhibition commissioned by a guest of honour: an important museum, a cultural institution or an artist.
As a favourite place of new encounters and shared passions, the fair also organizes daily a series of free Art Talks given by internationally renowned curators, experts and collectors as well as Art Tours about the masterpieces on show.
Over the years, BRAFA has become one of the most inspiring art fairs…
Save the date for BRAFA 2020: 26 January - 2 February.
Tour & Taxis, Brussels
More information: www.brafa.art
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ROCAD.be exhibits at BRAFA 2019 to celebrate its 100th anniversary
ROCAD.be has been invited to exhibit at BRAFA 2019 to celebrate its centennial anniversary. During this 64th edition of BRAFA Art Fair, ROCAD.be exhibits more than forty iconic masterpieces in a specially designed space. All of these works of art have been sold by members of the Belgian professional association to collectors and museums. ROCAD.be also took this opportunity to publish a magnificent book shedding light on more than 100 art pieces and their stories, coming from its members.
ROCAD.be will richly celebrate its 100th jubilee during BRAFA. The professional association is taking this opportunity to exhibit about forty exceptional art works in a 100 square meter space: old masters and modern paintings, decorative arts, tribal arts, porcelain, silverwork, archaeology and antique furniture. All of these works of art have been sold by ROCAD.be members to collectors and museums, and only represent a small part of the association’s activities. None of the works are for sale, as they come from private collections. The exhibited pieces are a reflection of the quality and the diversity of its members, and will each try to tell a very personal story to the public.
Some highlights included are:
- Two works by Belgian surrealist painter René Magritte (1898-1967)
- An exceptional Chinese Bodhissatva from the 6th century AD
- A very rare earthenware Djenné statue from Mali
- A fine service « aux oiseaux de Buffon » from the Tournai Manufacture, Belgium, 18th century
- A pair of firedogs by Pierre Gouthière, 18th century, of which only one other example is known in the Palace of Versailles
- A portrait by Belgian painter Henri Evenepoel (1872-1899)
A lecture will be organised on Sunday January 27th at 2PM – a part of the BRAFA Art Talks - to familiarise the public with ROCAD’s activities.
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The Making of the BRAFA Art Fair 2019
Countdown starts to the 64th edition of the Brussels Art Fair BRAFA, one of the most inspiring art and antiques fairs in the world! The international art event will feature 20 specialities covering 15,400 m². BRAFA is located in Tour & Taxis, a magnificent site that is part of Brussels’ industrial heritage. Watch how the team of Stabilo International builds the fair and catch a glimpse of what 133 leading art dealers from 16 countries have in store for you...
Interested to explore the treasures on display? We welcome you to BRAFA 2019 at Tour & Taxis in Brussels between January 26th and February 3rd, 2019.
Video produced by RGB Media
Gilbert & George insights as BRAFA 2019 Guest of Honour
The international BRAFA Art Fair is proud to welcome Gilbert & George as Guest of Honour of its 2019 edition (Tour & Taxis, Brussels, 26 January - 3 February). On this occasion, the international renowned duo opened the doors to their London studio to shed light onto their creative process, marked by using "our head, our souls and our sex". Hence, the ideal viewers of Gilbert & George's pictures will read the visuals using their heads, souls and sex.
In the half century that they have lived and created art together as Living Sculptures, embarked on a visionary journey through the modern world, always together and always alone, Gilbert & George have created fiercely singular Anti-Art that is poetic, primal and emotionally driven.
At BRAFA 2019, they will present five recent large-scale works that will be placed at various spots throughout the fair. Their quirky vision of the world is sure to be a hit in the land of surrealism!
The five pictures that will be presented have all been selected by Gilbert & George. There are from big scaled recent series: the ‘Jack Freak Pictures’ (2008), the ‘London Pictures’ (2010), the ‘Scapegoating Pictures’ (2013) and the ‘Beard Pictures’ (2016).
Image courtesy Gilbert & George / White Cube / Albert Baronian.
Video by RGB Media, filmed on November 2nd, 2018, in the Studio of Gilbert & George.
Gilbert & George celebrate becoming BRAFA's Guest of Honour in 2019...
The international BRAFA Art Fair is proud to welcome Gilbert & George as Guest of Honour of its 2019 edition (Tour & Taxis, Brussels, 26 January - 3 February).
In the half century that they have lived and created art together as Living Sculptures, embarked on a visionary journey through the modern world, always together and always alone, Gilbert & George have created fiercely singular Anti-Art that is poetic, primal and emotionally driven.
Having started out as performance artists, they became famous for their large-scale photo pieces. These are often in very bright colours with superimposed black gridlines evoking the windows of yesteryear. The images are contemporary and immediately recognisable, with most placing portraits of both artists in the picture.
Although their art draws inspiration from (their) daily life, the vision they offer is in turns metaphysical, mystical, or polemical, but always with a touch of humour and conveying a message.
At BRAFA 2019, they will present five recent large-scale works that will be placed at various spots throughout the fair. Their quirky vision of the world is sure to be a hit in the land of surrealism!
The five pictures that will be presented have all been selected by Gilbert & George. There are from big scaled recent series: the ‘Jack Freak Pictures’ (2008), the ‘London Pictures’ (2010), the ‘Scapegoating Pictures’ (2013) and the ‘Beard Pictures’ (2016).
Image courtesy Gilbert & George / White Cube / Albert Baronian.
Video by RGB Media, filmed on November 2nd, 2018, in the Studio of Gilbert & George.
Save the date for the BRAFA Art Fair 2019
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