Charles Buls Fountain, statue by Henri Lenaerts in Brussel, Belgium
The Charles Buls fountain is a bronze sculpture near Marché aux Herbes street in central Brussels that features flowing water and detailed sculptural elements. The installation combines functional water infrastructure with artistic representations of historical and cultural subjects.
Henri Lenaerts created this bronze fountain in 1987 to honor Charles Buls, a mayor who advanced Brussels urban development. The work was created to celebrate his important contributions to the city's transformation.
The fountain depicts renowned structures and sites that reflect Brussels connection to European art history through its bronze reliefs. Visitors can notice these artistic references integrated into the sculptural composition.
The fountain sits in a busy area with shops and restaurants near the city center passage. The location is easy to reach on foot and can be visited while exploring the old town.
The bronze sculpture references several major European buildings and artworks, showing how Brussels artistic expression responds to larger cultural themes. These references make the fountain more than just a water feature.
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