Download or read book 100 Treasures from the Brussels' Museums written by Brussels Museum Council and published by Lannoo. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - An informative compendium to the best artworks in Brussels- Covers a vast range: from Magritte to the Iguanodons of Bernissart, from Rembrandt to the giant waterlilies in the botanical garden of Meise The works in this book have been selected because of their historical value, uniqueness, character and state of preservation. The result is 100 treasures that reflect the diversity of Brussels' museums, and the permanent collections that reside within them. For each of the 100 artworks the authors give a description, a context and an anecdote. Themes range widely, from modern and contemporary art, ancient art, history and archaeology, to science, nature, and architecture. This book is a multifaceted aesthetic and scientific experience, and contains something everyone will enjoy.