Pavilion of Human Passions
Pavilion of Human Passions, Museum building in European Quarter, Belgium
The Pavilion of Human Passions stands as a rectangular structure with classical elements, housing a large marble relief inside its walls.
Victor Horta created this pavilion in 1889 as his first public commission, marking the beginning of his architectural career in Brussels.
The interior features an 11-meter-long marble relief by Jef Lambeaux depicting various human emotions through detailed figurative sculptures.
Visitors can join guided tours every last Sunday of the month, with advance bookings required at least three weeks before the intended visit date.
The pavilion remained closed to the public for many years due to controversies surrounding the explicit nature of its marble relief.
Location: City of Brussels
Inception: 1889
Architects: Victor Horta
Official opening: October 1, 1899
Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture, classical architecture
Operator: Musée Art & Histoire - Museum Kunst & Geschiedenis
GPS coordinates: 50.84305,4.38738
Latest update: May 28, 2025 09:24
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