A history of Belgium in 100 objects. From prehistory to the present day.
Root| N° d'inventaire | 30845 |
| Format | 17.5 X 24.5 |
| Détails | 560 p., numerous color illustrations, hardcover. |
| Publication | Brussels, 2024 |
| Etat | Nine |
| ISBN | 9782390252238 |
- 100 objects to tell the unique story of Belgium
Throughout history, humankind has left behind traces of its presence, rich in clues about the lives we once led. From prehistory to the present day, a multitude of objects invite us to take a unique look at the territory stretching from the Ardennes to the North Sea. The 100 objects carefully selected for this book—from the most modest utensil to the greatest masterpieces—provide insight into who we are and where we come from.
From the flint biface from Kesselt to a symbol of our brewing culture, including a Roman goblet, medieval lead figurines representing knights, and Eddy Merckx's yellow jersey, everyday life is recounted, from object to object. A Carolingian sword, a badge with the three national colors, and a colonial whip are all silent witnesses to a turbulent era.
A group of eminent historians, archaeologists, art historians, linguists, and other experts have scoured museums and archives in search of exceptional treasures from our heritage and stories that stray from the beaten track, to bring us new historical insights. Indeed, when ancient objects shed light on our past, they do so from a new, different angle, one that never fails to surprise, astonish, and amaze. For anyone interested in our past, A History of Belgium in 100 Objects will be a must-read.
Produced under the auspices of an editorial committee composed of Peter Scholliers, Alain Dierkens, Michèle Galand, Inge Geysen, Joeri Januarius, Koenraad Verboven and Viktoria von Hoffmann, with contributions from more than 90 authors from all over Belgium.
- 100 objects to tell the unique story of Belgium
Throughout history, humankind has left behind traces of its presence, rich in clues about the lives we once led. From prehistory to the present day, a multitude of objects invite us to take a unique look at the territory stretching from the Ardennes to the North Sea. The 100 objects carefully selected for this book—from the most modest utensil to the greatest masterpieces—provide insight into who we are and where we come from.
From the flint biface from Kesselt to a symbol of our brewing culture, including a Roman goblet, medieval lead figurines representing knights, and Eddy Merckx's yellow jersey, everyday life is recounted, from object to object. A Carolingian sword, a badge with the three national colors, and a colonial whip are all silent witnesses to a turbulent era.
A group of eminent historians, archaeologists, art historians, linguists, and other experts have scoured museums and archives in search of exceptional treasures from our heritage and stories that stray from the beaten track, to bring us new historical insights. Indeed, when ancient objects shed light on our past, they do so from a new, different angle, one that never fails to surprise, astonish, and amaze. For anyone interested in our past, A History of Belgium in 100 Objects will be a must-read.
Produced under the auspices of an editorial committee composed of Peter Scholliers, Alain Dierkens, Michèle Galand, Inge Geysen, Joeri Januarius, Koenraad Verboven and Viktoria von Hoffmann, with contributions from more than 90 authors from all over Belgium.