
The Mouscron family
We owe the fact that Bruges has its own Michelangelo to Jan and Alexander Mouscron. These two brothers were active in the international trading of English cloth. In this capacity, they travelled around Europe and also regularly visited Florence. Michelangelo’s brother was also active there in the textile trade. It is quite possible that the Mouscron brothers came into contact with the grandmaster via that route.
Ultimately, it was the Mouscrons who brought the statue to Bruges. The masterpiece was given a permanent place in the Church of Our Lady. There, it adorns the Mouscron altar, named after John and Alexander. That church is also their final resting place. The brothers and some of their relatives are buried under this altar.
Practical information
Church of Our Lady: Mariastraat, 8000 Bruges
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