Victor Bourgeois in Valenciennes, France

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Victor Bourgeois (August 29, 1897 – July 24, 1962) was a renowned Belgian architect and urban planner, widely regarded as the greatest modernist architect in Belgium's history. Born in Charleroi, Bourgeois pursued his education at the prestigious Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts in Brussels from 1914 to 1918. He was fortunate enough to be mentored by Henry van de Velde, a prominent figure in the world of architecture. In collaboration with his brother Pierre Bourgeois, Victor founded several influential magazines, including the notable publication "7 Arts" (1922-1928). This marked the beginning of their remarkable journey together as architects and innovators. In 1927, Bourgeois made history by becoming the only Belgian architect invited to design a house for the prestigious Weissenhof Estate exhibition in Stuttgart. The following year, he played a pivotal role as a delegate at the first meeting of the Congrès International d'Architecture Moderne and was honored with a founding membership in that esteemed organization. Sadly, Victor Bourgeois passed away on July 24, 1962, in Ixelles. This exceptional object is part of "Scan The World," a groundbreaking initiative launched by MyMiniFactory. This non-profit project aims to create a comprehensive digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for public access at no cost. Scan The World is an open-source community effort, inviting anyone with interesting items to contribute to the cause by emailing stw@myminifactory.com to learn more about how they can help.