Echoes of Desire: The Symbolist Revival at Maison Hannon

Not everything needs to be explained. Some things are meant to be felt. At Maison Hannon, Brussels’ jewel of Art Nouveau, the exhibition Échos des Songes invites you to rediscover the lost art of contemplation—a sensual journey through the dreams, mysteries, and obsessions of Belgian Symbolism.

Running from August 29, 2025, to April 19, 2026, this exhibition isn’t about looking back. It’s a timely reminder that depth, beauty, and introspection are more essential than ever in an age of hyper-distraction. Across five themed rooms, 80 rare works—paintings, manuscripts, sculptures, photographs—trace the Symbolists’ pursuit of an ideal: a life where art isn’t decoration, but a way of being.

Maison Hannon becomes more than a backdrop. Its delicate curves and intricate stained glass amplify the emotional undercurrents of artists like Fernand Khnopff, Jean Delville, George Minne, and Jeanne de Tallenay. Their creations pulse with questions that feel startlingly modern: How do we stay human in a mechanized world? Where do we find meaning when everything accelerates?

Symbolism was never about trends. It was a mindset—one that valued slowness, reflection, and the invisible threads between art, philosophy, and spiritual yearning. At a time when salons were incubators for avant-garde ideas, Brussels stood at the heart of a movement that still speaks to those who seek substance over noise.

Beyond the exhibition walls, Maison Hannon extends the experience with talks, concerts, creative workshops, and a special collaboration with Tiny Gallery, exploring esoteric photography from 1860–1918. It’s not about checking another art show off your list. It’s about recharging your inner world through a cultural ritual that resonates long after you leave.

For those who live with taste and intention, Échos des Songes is more than an exhibition—it’s an encounter. One that reminds us: true luxury isn’t what we consume, but how deeply we choose to feel.

Échos des Songes — Le Symbolisme à Bruxelles
Dates: August 29, 2025 — April 19, 2026
Location: Maison Hannon, Avenue de la Jonction 1, 1060 Brussels
Opening Hours: Thursday to Sunday
Tickets: Included with general admission
Website: www.maisonhannon.be