Faq
Conservation / Restauration / Copyright
- How far ahead do you plan your exhibition calendar?
- How does the museum set about selecting an exhibition?
- What is the museum’s permanent collection?
- When a museum decides to purchase an artwork to add to its permanent collection, what criteria are taken into consideration?
- How do I, as an artist, go about suggesting an exhibition project to the museum?
- In Belgium there is a law protecting the copyright that applies to works of art. What does this law involve?
- How do I go about requesting permission to use the image of a work of art belonging to the museum or exhibited there? Can the logo of the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal be reproduced without permission?
- Is it possible to donate an artwork or make a cash gift to the museum? Are there tax benefits? What will the museum do with this money?
- Is it possible to buy artworks from the museum when they are no longer on exhibit?
- Does the museum offer the public an appraisal service to determine the value of an artwork, or an art restoration service?
- How far ahead do you plan your exhibition calendar?
At least six months in advance.
Top of page- How does the museum set about selecting an exhibition?
The museum’s curators and its Director are responsible for selecting the exhibitions that fit the institution’s mission. The museum hires specialists in contemporary art who have an in-depth knowledge of all matters related to art today as well as the major movements throughout history. These curators plan the exhibitions around an idea, a theme or an artistic overview. Some exhibitions come from institutions similar to ours. Proposals are examined in relation to the importance of the project and its relevance within the Brussels context.
Top of page- What is the museum’s permanent collection?
Possessing over 3 000 figurines, resuming more than a hundred figures, the Moof Collection flies over the worlds of the masters of comics for example : Carpentier, Cayman, Cuvelier, Franquin, Geluck, Hergé, jacobs, Jijé, Macherot, Midam, Morris, malik, Midam, Roba, Rosinski, Schuiten, Sleen, Taymans, Vance, Vandersteen, Waltéry, ....
Reflecting the main trends in 9th art, as well as the diversity of disciplines and media - painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, video, installation - the collection is the linchpin of a wide range of activities: historical, thematic, monographic and travelling exhibitions, a varied program of guided tours, educational workshops and meetings with artists.
The museum regularly presents thematic exhibitions of works from the permanent collection, as well as temporary exhibitions every three or four months.
Top of page- When a museum decides to purchase an artwork to add to its permanent collection, what criteria are taken into consideration?
Among the many criteria applied are :
1. The importance of the work in terms of the collection and the future potential for showing it to the public.
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2. The building of significant bodies of work, providing the public with a proper understanding of movements and trends.
3. Fulfilment of the museum’s mission.
4. The cost of acquiring the work.- How do I, as an artist, go about suggesting an exhibition project to the museum?
You must submit an exhibition proposal, in writing, including an outline of your project, a description of your artistic practice and your body of work, a financing and subsidy plan, visual material, a list of your exhibitions and any other relevant details. Send all this information, together with a complete curriculum vitae, to : MooF - Boulevard Reyers 32, in 1030 Brussells. You will receive a written answer. If further information seems to be necessary, the MooF will contact you.
Top of page- In Belgium there is a law protecting the copyright that applies to works of art. What does this law involve?
Indeed, an artwork may not be reproduced without the written permission of its owner or the owner’s representative. It is also customary to pay a fee to obtain the right to reproduce a work. It should be noted that the museum does not hold the rights of reproduction for the works in its collection.
Top of page- How do I go about requesting permission to use the image of a work of art belonging to the museum or exhibited there? Can the logo of the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal be reproduced without permission?
If you are a journalist or representative of the media, visual material is placed at your disposal. Thanks to leave us your wishes by e-mail info@moof-museum.be. For any other use, you must apply, in writing. If it is for publication purposes, kindly specify the dates of publication, title of the publication and format in which it will be reproduced. Note that the credits for the artworks and photographs must accompany the image. Certain copyright fees may sometimes apply. We will inform you of the source to contact to obtain permission. To obtain the right to use or reproduce the museum’s logo, you must first receive permission from the Direction des services au public : 02 726 58 31.
Top of page- Is it possible to donate an artwork or make a cash gift to the museum? Are there tax benefits? What will the museum do with this money?
The museum has been able to build an absolutely remarkable collection. However we are happy to exhibit artworks from other collectors. The funds collected by the museum also help finance its exhibitions and educational activities. To acquire certain works, the museum must be able to count on faithful financial partners. That’s where the Musée Foundation plays a part.
Making a gift allows benefactors to take advantage of the tax and inheritance benefits provided by law, without affecting their current income. All gifts are tax deductible. Your tax advisor or accountant are familiar with all the details. There are different types of gifts: testamentary bequests, annuities, life insurance, cash, artworks or other property, stocks or bonds.
Gifts may be sent to:
MooF
Boulevard Reyers 32
1030 Brussels
Tel. : 02 726 58 31MooF relies on donors’ generosity. Their knowledge and taste play a part in enriching its collection. The museum applies the same strict standards in accepting gifts as it does when it purchases works of art.
At MooF, Jean-Pierre Vanhemelryck is in charge of the collection’s development. He can answer your questions on the museum’s acquisition procedures or the tax benefits accuring from gifts and bequests of artworks.
Contact : Jean-Pierre Vanhemelryck
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Tel. : 02 726 58 31
E-mail : jp@moof-museum.be- Is it possible to buy artworks from the museum when they are no longer on exhibit?
The mission of the museum is to make known, promote and preserve 9th art and to ensure a place for new Belgian currents and international contemporary art, through exhibitions and numerous other activities. Accordingly, unlike a commercial art gallery, MooF does not sell its artworks, but keeps them in its permanent collection to preserve artistic heritage. However, the MooF shop carries a wide variety of unique creations that suit the spirit of comic strips. For information, call : 514 847-6904.
Top of page- Does the museum offer the public an appraisal service to determine the value of an artwork, or an art restoration service?
Yes, please contact our experts on 02 726 58 31 or info@moof-museum.be
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Schedules
The MOOF welcomes the visitors every day except Monday, from 10h30 till 18h30.
Sunday from 10h30 till 15h30
Closed on holidays.
