Charles Buls Fountain, Bronze fountain in Îlot Sacré, Belgium.
The Charles Buls fountain features water cascading over bronze surfaces, with detailed sculptural elements integrated into its design near Marché aux Herbes street.
Henri Lenaerts created this bronze fountain in 1987 to honor Charles Buls, who contributed to Brussels urban development during his time as mayor.
The fountain incorporates elements of Belgian artistic tradition through its bronze craftsmanship and serves as a central meeting point in Brussels.
Located at coordinates 50.846608, 4.354696, the fountain stands in a central area of Brussels surrounded by shops and restaurants.
The fountain holds inventory number F009 in the Brussels City collection and represents a fusion of public art with functional water infrastructure.
Location: City of Brussels
Creator: Henri Lenaerts
Official opening: 1987
Subject: Charles Buls, In Praise of Folly, Grand-Place, Halle Gate, Rue du Marché aux Herbes - Grasmarkt, Pantheon, Florence Cathedral, Pompeii, Athens
Made from material: bronze
Creator: Henri Lenaerts
GPS coordinates: 50.84661,4.35470
Latest update: November 21, 2025 15:04
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