About
The Monument of the Van Eyck Brothers stands in Ghent, in the Flemish region of Belgium. It sits at Geraard de Duivelstraat 3, a short walk from the historic centre of the city, and it is dedicated to the painters Hubert and Jan van Eyck.
Who it honours
The brothers worked in the fifteenth century and are remembered as Flemish masters of the early Renaissance. The monument celebrates their part in the development of oil painting, a medium with which they are closely associated. For visitors interested in the history of European art, the monument offers a direct link to the place that shaped these artists and to the legacy they left behind.
What a visit is like
This is a monument to be seen rather than a building to be entered, so a visit is usually brief and outdoors. It suits a stop in the middle of a walk through the city, and it pairs well with the other sights of Ghent, which include its old streets, canals and churches. Those who want more context on the Van Eycks may find it worthwhile to read about their work before or after the visit.
Practical notes
- Address: Geraard de Duivelstraat 3, 9000 Gent, Belgium
- Location: Ghent, Flanders
- Type: outdoor monument
