TILBURG.- This year, Museum De Pont celebrates its 25th anniversary. To mark this occasion, and in recognition of Kapoor's longstanding relationship with the museum, the British artist will create a six-meter-high sculpture made from stainless steel, which will be placed in the public space in front of the museum. In conjunction with the unveiling of the new sculpture, on Saturday 16 September, Museum De Pont will present ReView, a group exhibition celebrating the artists in the museum’s collection.

Kapoor says of the museum, “De Pont has allowed me, over many years, to show my practice as it really is. For an artist, it is not just a question of making a display of the work, great museums allow artists to use their work to explore new ideas. De Pont maintains a balance between the experimental private world of the artist and the public world of exhibitions.”

Kapoor’s contribution is made possible thanks to a substantial joint gift from the City of Tilburg, with support from local companies and individuals, as well as Brabant C, to highlight and acknowledge Museum De Pont’s achievements for local, national and international art lovers.

Hendrik Driessen, Director of Museum De Pont says, “This sculpture is not only a great work of art but also a wonderful token of appreciation for our museum, from the people of Tilburg as well as of the artist. We have always tried to work closely with and for the people of this city and our contact with Anish Kapoor has helped us shape the thinking of the museum since we started in 1992. We’re delighted that he has decided to underline the importance of our mutual commitment by helping us realize this ambitious project. Kapoor is testament to the strength of contemporary art and the role it can play within a community.”

Peter Noordanus, Mayor of Tilburg says, “Museum De Pont in Tilburg is of great importance to Brabant, and has brought leading artists here for 25 years. It is one of the most successful private museums in the world, and as such, is a leading example for all cultural organizations in the area. De Pont has put Tilburg on the international map. I am delighted every time I see art lovers responding so positively to the museum. With this new addition, its position as an eye-catcher becomes even stronger!”

Kapoor’s sculpture will stand outside of Museum De Pont in a location permanently accessible to the public.