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De Lusten van Engelbrecht: Contemporary Art Reimagines Hieronymus Bosch's Masterpiece

Witness diverse contemporary artists explore digital and game-like experiences inspired by Bosch's iconic triptych.

The 'De Lusten van Engelbrecht' exhibition offers a compelling new perspective on Hieronymus Bosch's renowned 'The Garden of Earthly Delights'. Discover how contemporary artists like Eelco Brand and SMACK reinterpret this iconic triptych through digital creations and immersive, game-like experiences, bringing Bosch's vision into a modern context. Visitors can also delve into the fascinating historical journey of the artwork and its probable commissioner, Engelbrecht II van Nassau.

About De Lusten van Engelbrecht at Bijbels Museum (Cromhouthuizen) in Amsterdam

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition offers a fresh perspective on Hieronymus Bosch's 'The Garden of Earthly Delights' by showcasing how contemporary artists interpret the iconic triptych. Through digital creations, game-like experiences, and new artistic visions, the exhibition brings Bosch's masterpiece to life in a modern context.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'De Lusten van Engelbrecht' provides a new lens through which to view Jheronimus Bosch's 'The Garden of Earthly Delights,' an iconic triptych. Contemporary artists such as Eelco Brand, Margit Lukács & Persijn Broersen, SMACK, and Floris Kaayk re-animate the masterpiece, presenting it through diverse contemporary mediums. Visitors can expect digital paradises and game-like descents into hell, offering a novel experience of the renowned artwork. The exhibition also delves into the intriguing history of 'The Garden of Earthly Delights,' exploring its journey to the Museo del Prado in Madrid. It investigates the role of Engelbrecht II van Nassau, the probable commissioner, a nobleman at the Burgundian court and a Knight of the Golden Fleece, and examines his choice of the theme of 'Lust' for this significant work.

Admission and ticket notes

Information regarding opening hours and prices can be found via the provided links to the museum's visitor information page.

De Lusten van Engelbrecht key exhibition facts

Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for De Lusten van Engelbrecht at Bijbels Museum (Cromhouthuizen) in Amsterdam

Venue
Bijbels Museum (Cromhouthuizen)
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
May 25, 2024 – Aug 25, 2024
Artist line / attribution
Eelco Brand, Margit Lukács & Persijn Broersen, SMACK, and Floris Kaayk are featured contemporary artists reinterpreting Hieronymus Bosch's masterpiece.
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