above, Aphrodite Anadyomene, Greek, Hellenistic Period, 3rd-1st century BC ~ Axel Vervoordt from TEFAF Maastricht 2011
He influences and inspires the way we think about and see the world around us…his aesthetic is studied and followed by the most accomplished architects and interior designers in the world…his philosophical approach to the way one lives and interacts with their environment has changed the face of interior design as we know it…the person, Axel Vervoordt…”Regarded as one of the most original and adventurous collectors and dealers of our time, he considers himself an eclectic collector and dealer, who treasures the timeless and disdains the trendy.” Behind each masterful composition, he fuses his profound knowledge of art history and applied arts with an artist’s eye for balance, scale and proportion, thus creating exquisite spaces filled with timeless beauty…I’m humbled and honored to share with you these images from Axel Vervoordt’s 50-room castle near Antwerp…please enjoy his skillful and sensitive juxtaposition of antiques and art ~ from contemporary to 18th century to ancient Egypt…may you be inspired by this Belgian masterpiece
“Vervoordt cites three main strands of influence in his work. The first is that of contemporary and oriental art and arte povera, which to him signifies the importance of a life of meditation, empty space, a love and respect of nature and of human existence. The second is architecture, which represents proportion, balance and harmony, such as one might find in an 18th century library. The third strand is the baroque, either gilded and courtly, or more.” ~ photos and resources from Axel Vervoordt
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