The Museum of Fine Arts Le Locle participates in the 13th edition of Art Genève

The Museum of Fine Arts Le Locle (MBAL) is proud to announce its first participation in Art Genève, a prestigious art fair renowned as a key meeting point for international art collectors and enthusiasts in Switzerland. For the 13th edition of the fair, taking place from January 30 to February 2, 2025, MBAL will join other prominent institutions in presenting a unique exhibition. 

MBAL has given carte blanche to artist Koenraad Dedobbeleer, who is set to have an exhibition at the museum in October 2025.

Drawing from the museum’s extensive collection of approximately 5,000 objects, including paintings, sculptures, applied art objects, as well as prints, posters, drawings, watercolours and photographs, the Belgian artist creates a rich dialogue between his own works and these pieces for Art Genève. Known for his playful reinterpretation of everyday objects, these serve as aesthetic and historical sources of inspiration for the artist.

Intrigued by the world of manufacturing and industry, central to the history of Le Locle, Dedobbeleer has selected three works from the museum’s collection. Balancing precision craftsmanship, subtle rebellion and the scenographic prosthetics, the artist crafts a hybrid and captivating installation that reimagines traditional roles of artista and artisan.

As part of this presentation, Federica Chiocchetti, director and curator of the MBAL, and artist Koenraad Dedobbeleer will host a conversation on February 1 (from 16h00 to 17h00) titled Metamorphosis of a Collection. Federica Chiocchetti is also a member of the jury for the F.P. Journe Prize, which annually awards the best solo exhibition presented at the fair.

On the cover: Edouard Kaiser, Polisseuses et guillocheur, 1896 © Collection Musée des Beaux-Arts, Le Locle

Source: Pierre Laporte Communication