The sculpture ‘Ageless Love’ by Delphine van Saxe-Coburg was unveiled in Sint-Niklaas on Saturday. It was the princess of Belgium’s first public appearance since she got her new title. “But I remain who I am.”
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A monumental work of art was unveiled on Saturday at the Gerdapark in Sint-Niklaas. The work is by Delphine of Saxe-Coburg, princess of Belgium, until recently known as Delphine Boël. The work is made of steel, which is symbolic, the artist explains. It’s hard to break, just like love. And just like love, it also ages beautifully, it acquires a beautiful patina, just like people get wrinkles. ‘
According to Dirk Van Den Broeck of ‘Kunst in de Stad’, the sculpture ‘conveys a loving message to vulnerable people, care providers, carers, family members, friends and local residents’. “It’s the right image, in the right place.”
???? Ageless love ???? An artwork of @delphine_boel by vzw ‘art in the city’. Steel becomes love, warm love …
Placed by Discover Sint-Niklaas on Saturday, October 17, 2020
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When asked about the recent rapprochement with the royal family, Delphine of Saxe-Coburg answered evasively. She had read that her biological father, King Albert II, wished her the best, she said. She called the meeting with her brother King Filip heartwarming. “Little by little I feel accepted,” she added. ‘I feel loved and things are going in the right direction. I hope for more. ‘
The artist emphasized that she “will always be Delphine.” ‘My soul remains an artist. I’ll stay Delphine. ‘
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