Antony Gormley's 'Geestgrond' at KMSKA in 2026
From May 23 to September 20, 2026, the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp (KMSKA) will present 'Antony Gormley. Geestgrond,' a significant solo exhibition curated by Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev, who previously served as the artistic director of dOCUMENTA (13). This exhibition will showcase a selection of Gormley's notable pieces alongside new works, integrating them with the museum's collection and the architecture of its recently renovated space. Born in 1950, Gormley has been a prominent figure in both British and global art for over five decades, recognized for his sculptures, installations, and drawings. His renowned public artwork includes the iconic 'Angel of the North' (1998) located in Gateshead, England. The exhibition highlights the relationship between sculpture, the human body, and spatial dynamics.
Key facts
- Exhibition runs from 23 May to 20 September 2026.
- Venue: Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp (KMSKA).
- Curated by Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev.
- Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev was artistic director of dOCUMENTA (13).
- Exhibition juxtaposes Gormley's works with the museum's collection and architecture.
- Antony Gormley was born in 1950.
- Gormley has exhibited at Royal Academy of Arts, Uffizi Galleries, Philadelphia Museum of Art.
- Gormley created 'Angel of the North' (1998) in Gateshead, Northern England.
Entities
Artists
- Antony Gormley
Institutions
- Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
- KMSKA
- Royal Academy of Arts
- Uffizi Galleries
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
Locations
- Antwerp
- Belgium
- Gateshead
- Northern England
- London
- Florence
- Philadelphia