Saint Bavo's Cathedral
Ghent, Belgium
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Sint-Baafsplein 1A, Ghent, Belgium
Ghent, Belgium
Ticket Prices
€12.50-€16
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1 artists in database
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Saint Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal) in Ghent, Belgium, is a Gothic church dating to the 10th century that houses one of the most important paintings in art history: the Ghent Altarpiece (1432) by Hubert and Jan van Eyck.
The polyptych of 12 panels, also called The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, is considered the first major masterwork of oil painting and a founding work of the Northern Renaissance. It has been stolen, dismembered, hidden from the Nazis, and partially lost over six centuries. A multi-year restoration completed panel by panel has revealed colors unseen for generations. Rubens's Entry of St. Bavo into the Convent of Ghent also hangs in the cathedral.
Saint Bavo's Cathedral in Ghent, Belgium houses 1 masterpiece in our database, including works by Jan van Eyck. Notable works include Ghent Altarpiece.
Visiting Saint Bavo's Cathedral
Saint Bavo's Cathedral is located in Ghent, Belgium. The museum is in Ghent, Belgium, and it's a worthwhile stop for art lovers.
Saint Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal) in Ghent, Belgium, is a Gothic church dating to the 10th century that houses one of the most important paintings in art history: the Ghent Altarpiece (1432) by Hubert and Jan van Eyck.The polyptych of 12 panels, also called The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, is considered the first major masterwork of oil painting and a founding work of the Northern Renaissance. It has been stolen, dismembered, hidden from the Nazis, and partially lost over six centuries.
Saint Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal) in Ghent, Belgium, is a Gothic church dating to the 10th century that houses one of the most important paintings in art history: the Ghent Altarpiece (1432) by Hubert and Jan van Eyck.The polyptych of 12 panels, also called The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, is considered the first major masterwork of oil painting and a founding work of the Northern Renaissance. A multi-year restoration completed panel by panel has revealed colors unseen for generations.
The cathedral is open Monday to Saturday from 8:30am to 5:30pm and Sunday from 10am to 5:30pm. The Ghent Altarpiece visitor center keeps shorter hours, closing at 5pm daily (1pm start on Sundays).
A ticket to view the Ghent Altarpiece (Lam Gods) costs €12.50 for adults and €8 for children under 12. General entry to the cathedral itself remains free.
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