On the occasion of the 600th anniversary of KU Leuven, renowned art photographer Karin Borghouts presents an impressive visual portrayal of the university. Through her lens, we see fresh and unexpected perspectives on the university’s rich architectural heritage: from laboratories and libraries to lecture halls and student residences. Historian Liesbet Nys delves into the fascinating history of the institution, enriching the images with a compelling narrative. This luxury photo book offers a unique visual journey through one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities.

Karin Borghouts is a leading Belgian art photographer. In addition to her own projects, she works on commissions for publishers, city councils, architects, museums, and art, cultural and heritage organisations.

Liesbet Nys studied history at KU Leuven and wrote a dissertation on museum visits in the nineteenth century. She has also published extensively on the history of the University of Leuven. Since 2020, she has been a staff member for heritage public engagement at KU Leuven.

KU Leuven Beelden van een universiteit
KU Leuven Images of a University
Published by Hannibal Books. Graphic design by Tim Bisschop.

• 28 x 23 cm
• 224 pages
• Hardcover with linen
• Quadrichromy
• Bilingual edition Dutch-English
• ISBN 978 94 6494 164 7
  

€49.95 Free shipping (Benelux)
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or at the shop University Hall Leuven

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Book presentation:
30/01/2025 only on invitation - BAC ART LAB Leuven
15/02/2025 presentation to the public - University Hal lLeuven 4:30 pm

Karin Borghouts' photos will be shown in two exhibitions in autumn 2025. Info here.