CONNECTED WORLDS OF BRUGES

A visually stunning exploration of Bruges as a global crossroads: where art, trade, and culture shaped a world cityConnected Worlds of Bruges (900?1550) reveals the city?s long-standing place at the crossroads of global history. Far from being an isolated medieval town, Bruges has always thrived within a vast network of trade routes, cultural exchange, and political ties that stretched far beyond its borders. Through a carefully curated ion of remarkable objects, each a testament to historical encounters across continents, this book tells a rich, mosaic-like story of interconnectedness. It invites readers to explore Bruges from fresh and unexpected angles, shedding light on how local and global dynamics have shaped the city?s evolving identity as a world city.Published to mark the festive opening of the new art hall BRUSK in Bruges, Belgium, from 8 May until 6 September 2026.