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Scultori Fiamminghi

In the autumn of 2026, M will, for the first time, highlight the artistic exchange between Italy and the Low Countries in the 16th century. Featuring masterpieces from renowned international museums, the exhibition tells the fascinating story of mutual influence, virtuoso craftsmanship, and a drive for innovation.

Egidio della Riviera (attributed to), Three Sleeping Putti

Egidio della Riviera (attributed to), Three Sleeping Putti © Galleria Borghese, photo: Luciano Romano

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Collection of M

The collection of M’ spans several centuries: from ancient masters to contemporary makers and everything in between. The presentation showcases the richness of this collection and challenges you to actively look. Masterpieces and little-known gems guide you along unexpected parallels and highlight pressing societal questions of our time.

‘I Sea’, Tina Gillen, 2018, Collectie Vlaamse Gemeenschap bij M Leuven | ‘Moerassen van Genk’ (detail), Rodolphe de Lexhy, 1894, Collectie M Leuven, CC0, foto: M Leuven

‘Marshes of Genk’ (detail), Rodolphe de Lexhy, 1894, Collection M Leuven, CC0, source: artinflanders.be, photo: Cedric Verhelst | ‘I Sea’ (detail), Tina Gillen, 2018, Flemish Community Collection at M Leuven, photo: © the artist

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Els Nouwen

Els Nouwen’s work is hard to pin down. Her paintings typically begin with a photographic image, either from the media, art history or her personal archive, that she transfers to canvas with great technical precision. However, just when it seems settled, the disruption begins.
 

Cauliflower Ears XOOOO

‘Cauliflower Ears XOOOO’ © Kristel Van Ballaer

On location St Peter's Church
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Experience Bouts

Just around the corner from M, the restored St Peter’s Church is the setting for a new sensory experience. M will guide you through the fascinating story of this Gothic church and help you renew your acquaintance with its art treasures: masterpieces by Flemish Masters in their authentic context.

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Dieric Bouts, 'Het Laatste Avondmaal', Collectie M Leuven, foto: Dominique Provost voor Meemoo, Art in Flanders

Dieric Bouts, 'Het Laatste Avondmaal', Collectie M Leuven, foto: Dominique Provost voor Meemoo, Art in Flanders

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Elise El Yousfi presentation

Elise El Yousfi's presentation marks the culmination of her five-month residency at M. During her residency, she continued to develop a visual practice situated at the intersection of sculpture and poetry. Raised within a Moroccan and French cultural background, El Yousfi’s work explores questions of diaspora, identity, and the experience of growing up. 

Toonmoment Elise El Yousfi

© Kimberley Dhollander voor M Leuven