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29/06/2024

26/04/2024

Brussels calling!!! And so the time is perfect to call for your support too! 🙌

6761 signatures have been collected so far. Can we count on yours too? We need each and every one of you to reach the target of 10 000! 🫶

And yes, we are talking about the VAT petition initiated by ROCAD. It affects all art lovers in one way or another!

📌 At issue is Belgium's transposition of the European Union's 'rates directive' 2022/542, which requires Member States to harmonise VAT rates and regimes from January 1st 2025. The consequences are, in particular, the partial abolition of the special profit margin regime to which the art market sector has been subject since 1996, but also the possible or partial application of a 21 % VAT rate in place of the current 6 % rate. This would have the effect of developing a more onerous system and market for galleries, artists and collectors, while creating an imbalance in relation to the systems and situations in neighbouring countries.
A petition, initiated by ROCAD.be (Royal Chamber of Art Dealers of Belgium), has been recently circulating and the BRAFA Art Fair has joined in the efforts to maintain a normal and workable regime for our entire market and Belgian art world.

💙 We invite you to sign this petition via the following link:
https://www.leslignesbougent.org/petitions/increase-in-vat-on-works-of-art-in-belgium-culture-is-in-danger-16713/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2DChSmpiz9IqeHl5oOTlO0Z95BaTQOxaQ4kj7pM46CoRuXZEe3FtSI-HM_aem_AZVQBzxN9JKdsw9OqCoQIotJOPpZdHidYiyWf4vyrN2R6P6mU1D56m2OGeAMnhuJ6UCZqNDLAh6j1POJN-w7yJMG

Thank you for your support and for sharing this link as much as possible. Every signature counts! Let's continue to enjoy art in galleries, at art fairs and in museums!

Photo: Impression at BRAFA 2024 on Meessen De Clerq's stand by Emmanuel Crooÿ.

12/03/2024

All players in the Belgian art market, including BRAFA, are concerned about the future of the cultural and art sector.

At issue is Belgium's transposition of the European Union's 'rates directive' 2022/542, which requires Member States to harmonise VAT rates and regimes from January 1st 2025. The consequences are, in particular, the partial abolition of the special profit margin regime to which the art market sector has been subject since 1996, but also the possible or partial application of a 21 % VAT rate in place of the current 6 % rate. This would have the effect of developing a more onerous system and market for galleries, artists and collectors, while creating an imbalance in relation to the systems and situations in neighbouring countries.

A petition, initiated by ROCAD.be (Royal Chamber of Art Dealers of Belgium), has been recently circulating and the BRAFA Art Fair has joined in the efforts to maintain a normal and workable regime for our entire market.

We invite you to sign this petition via the following link: https://lnkd.in/e_Gm44rD

Thank you for your support and for sharing this link as much as possible. Every signature counts!

Photo: BRAFA 2024 - La Patinoire Royale - galerie Valérie Bach © Olivier Pirard

07/03/2024

https://www.leslignesbougent.org/petitions/increase-in-vat-on-works-of-art-in-belgium-culture-is-in-danger-16713/

With the support of Brafa Art Fair, BUP, Chambre belge des experts and all major Belgian art market actors.HAUSSE DE LA TVA SUR LES ŒUVRES D’ART EN BELGIQUE,LA CULTURE EST EN DANGER ! Artist

30/01/2023

26/10/2022

Visiting the Art Nouveau collection of Belgian collector Jonathan Mangelinckx. What a treasure trove!

In the space of fifteen years, Mangelinckx has assembled a unique collection of Belgian Art Nouveau and decorative arts. From furniture to ceramics, ironwork, glass and graphic design, this collection now includes numerous works by artists such as Victor Horta, Paul Hankar, Gustave Serrurier-Bovy and Henry van de Velde. A selection of works will be presented during BRAFA at the booth of ROCAD.be.

Save the date for the international BRAFA Art Fair! The 68th edition will be held from Sunday 29th of January to Sunday 5th of February, 2023, at Brussels Expo - Heysel, an emblematic venue steeped in history.

08/02/2022

Au sommaire de l' cette semaine :
⚖️ Société : l'histoire de l'art change la donne
👩🏻‍🎓 Histoire de l'art : Après la thèse, l’incertitude
🎂 Le Palais de Tokyo, un anniversaire contrasté
🇧🇪 La Belgique réduit sa police du marché de l’art
https://www.lequotidiendelart.com/quotidiens/2022-02-04-Quotidien-du-04-février-2022.html

Illustration : Yasmine Gateau / Illustration

24/10/2021

Rocad was there! 😁
-> Fascinating conference last Tuesday Cercle Royal Gaulois on the subject of the restitution of works of art.
Why is the restitution of cultural property a source of inextricable conflicts?
Maître Yves-Bernard Debie explained this thorny issue.
Thank you to him for his brilliant intervention.

We would also like to thank L'Eventail Magazine and Art & Insurance for the organisation.

26/09/2021

Today's Brussels Art Square last day, and for this last highlights we present our 3 last participating members. (N° 15, 46 and 47 on the map)

1. Gallery Desmet has been founded in 1980 by Tom Desmet and his son, Tobias, joined him 10 years ago. Together they offer classical European sculpture to collectors and institutions and pride in the authenticity, rarity and quality of the pieces.

2. Olivier Theunissen and Nicolas de Ghellinck, installed in Le Sablon, in Brussels since 1992 are recognized specialists of French mobilier and works of art of the XVIIth et XVIIIth century.

3. TC Kyoto Gallery, the antique dealer Tony Cammaert who specialises in Japanese art accepted the challenge of uniting the cultures of East and West in sumptuous surroundings.

24/09/2021

Brussels Art Square started today and it's until Sunday :-)

Today's highlights are on our members based in Rue Ernest Allard (N° 12, 17, 25, 29, 30 et 38)

1. In the Couck Art Gallery, you will find a selection of european paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries. They also have a wide selection of animal sculptures.

2. Galerie Francis Janssens van der Maelen has been a recognized specialist in the world of European Silver en Works of Art for 30 years. It was one of the very first to participate in prestigious fairs such as Tefaf in Maastricht, BRAFA in Brussels and other international fairs.

3. Jean Nelis is specialized in Belgian paintings from the 19th and early 20th centuries. He has been in painting restoration since 1985. He has participated in the Brussels Antiques & Fine Arts Fair (BRAFA).

4. At Lancz Gallery you will discover "Plénitude" an exhibition over the Victor Rousseau's work. (Until October 24th).

5. Philippe Heim has been passionate about art and travel since childhood. As renowned art dealer and expert, he is highly regarded in the art world and over the last twenty years has participated in numerous fairs including the Biennale Paris, the Salon du Dessin, PAD Paris and TEFAF Maastricht.

6. Galerie Antoine Laurentin shows "Reinhoud, un univers extravagant" exhibition, where you will discover unseen sculptures of the artist. As well as ink drawings, papers and canvas monotypes. (Until November 20th)

23/09/2021

Brussels Art Square is starting tomorrow !
Today's highlights are our members based in Rue Watteeu (N°2, 3, 13, 22, 42)

1. Wim Prové - Antiqves Prové is specialized in period furniture and works of art from ancient times to the 19th century. His collection is eclectic, ranging from the beginning of our era over the Haute Epoque to the 19th century.

2. Jonathan F. Kugel opened Art Sablon in 2017. He aims to unit his passions for arts, sciences and history and organises themed exhibitions creating dialogues between ancient and contemporary art, natural wonders and oddities. This eclectic selection creates an unique vision of a contemporary Wunderkammer.

3. Dei Bardi Arte Gallery, after thirty years of experience in the Italian art market, opened its doors in Brussels in 2019. From Florence to Brussels, Galerie Dei Bardi Art, aims to shine a modern light on European Middle-Age and Renaissance sculptures and works of art.

4. Herwig Simons Fine Arts is definitely one of the most renowned eclectic and individualistic fine Art and Antiques dealers. In all aspects, he strives to collect the rarest, most wonderful and best pieces of Art.

5. Serge Schoffel - Art Premier Gallery, is specialized in fine tribal arts from sub-Saharan Africa, Oceania, Southeast Asia and the Americas for over thirty years. It participates in numerous national and international fairs and has acquired a solid reputation for the excellence of the works presented.

21/09/2021

Brussels Art Square :

Today's focus is on our members around "La Place du Grand Sablon" (N° 5, 11, 24, 48 on the map)

1. Galerie Costermans Sprl & Pelgrims de Bigard invite you to discover their selection of artworks by Frans Francken II and his entourage.

2. Jean Lemaire is particularly specialized in earthenware and ancient porcelain from Brussels, China, Sèvres and Tournai.

3. Artimo Fine Arts specialises in the purchase and sale of unique pieces of sculptures and horology. In the plastic arts, its focus is on marble and occasionally bronze sculptures of the 19th and early 20th century.

4. Thomas Deprez in collaboration with Mathieu Néouze (Paris) and Trebosc-Van Lelyveld invite you to their exhibition "Obsessions & Symphonies" by Henry de Groux (Until October 15th)