Meet Sophie Verger on the Sunday 15th of November at 14:00 in Art Yi gallery in Brussels!
Born in Paris in 1953, French sculptor Sophie Verger has devoted her artistic universe to the enchanting world of animals. Celebrated for her endearing bears, elephants, and other expressive creatures, her sculptures have found their way into public and museum collections around the world.
For Sophie Verger, sculpture is much more than shaping bronze. She sculpts poems, capturing entire stories in a single piece. Through a playful gesture, a tender expression, or an unexpected encounter between animals, she brings to life those precious moments that remind us of who we are — and who we once were.
With her new exhibition Bear Column, Sophie Verger invites us into a whimsical world where childhood poetry comes alive, shared moments warm the heart, and the impossible suddenly feels within reach. Each figure tells its own story, while together they celebrate the joy of being connected, the courage to find balance, and the beauty of supporting one another.
Beneath their charming appearance lies something deeply human: a longing for spontaneity, a desire to rediscover our innocence, and the freedom to embrace life with curiosity and laughter. Sophie Verger reminds us that tenderness is a strength, humour is a form of wisdom, and the simplest gestures can hold the most profound emotions.
Discover Sophie Verger’s enchanting universe at Art Yī Gallery in Brussels — and let these irresistible animals bring a little wonder into your world.
