The R. Crumb exhibition at Galerie Lambiek was opened on 25 November 1994 and ran until mid-January 1995. Most of the original artwork of the Crumb Specials was on display plus a great number of other Crumb originals dating back to the sixties.
An impression of the opening
 Robert Crumb was drawing little pictures and signing his name in the hundreds of books that were put in front of him, while eating sandwiches and having some drinks.
 When told his work was now also being advertised on the Internet, he replied with this little "signature."
He was very impressed after having been given a demonstration of the information about Lambiek on the Internet. Well, at least he seemed impressed. I mean, you never can tell with this guy, can you? Not until his next drawing, anyway.
 A special guest appeared on the opening a little later as well. His flight (Flight 714 of Qantas from Djakarta) had been a little delayed. Unfortunately, no Sani-Cola was available.
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A Russian accordeon-player played like he had never played before. His material consisted of less known and even lesser known Russian accordeon music. It was a special night for all the musicians there. |
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Kees Kousemaker and R. Crumb in Galerie Lambiek
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The crowd seemed to like the original artwork on display....
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It was much later that night before everybody left. All in all it was one of the best openings at Galerie Lambiek. Too bad if you couldn't be there. We hope this virtual report makes up a little for that.
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Photos and review by Elizabeth Mattijsen ©1995 |
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