Costume donated to mark the 80th anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), celebrated on 16th October 2025. This donation pays tribute to the field staff who are essential in campaigns to combat hunger and advance sustainable agri-food systems. The costume, representing one of these field staff, highlights their dedication - often in difficult contexts - and seeks to raise public awareness of their crucial role over the past eight decades.<\/p>\r\n Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"5028","t":"Basotho traditional wear","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1187","body":"
Costume donated to mark Lesotho\u2019s national celebrations. The Basotho are a Bantu people of southern Africa, living mainly in South Africa and Lesotho, where they form one of the largest ethnolinguistic groups.<\/p>\r\n Embassy of Lesotho 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"5027","t":"Brussels Museum","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1186","body":"
Costume donated to mark the institution\u2019s 30th anniversary. Founded in 1995 by around forty museums, Brussels Museums now brings together 125 institutions, more than a third of which are in Brussels-City. Its mission is to connect museums, defend their interests, raise their profile and promote accessibility, inclusiveness and sustainability. Key initiatives include the Nocturnes des Mus\u00e9es, the Brussels Card, Museum Night Fever, Open Museum and the Art Nouveau Pass.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
This costume embodies the wealth and diversity of Brussels\u2019 museums.<\/p>\r\n Brussels Museums non-profit association - Federation of Brussels Museums 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"5025","t":"850th anniversary of Neder-Over-Heembeek","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1185","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 850th anniversary of Neder-Over-Heembeek.
\r\nThe festivities, initiated by a group of enthusiastic residents, aimed to bring together as many associations and citizens as possible to celebrate the district's identity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The costume was created as part of a collaborative project involving NOH schools, allowing pupils to explore the history of Manneken-Pis and of their district. Through the unifying theme of its floral heritage, the project revived collective memory and attachment to the area.<\/p>\r\n Coordination Sociale Heembeek-Mutsaart\/ Sociale Coordinatie Heembeek Mutsaard 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"5022","t":"Pelota Ball - Thieulain-Tourpes Mixed Team","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1183","body":"
Costume donated to mark the pelota tournament held at the Grand-Place in Brussels. The costume represents the clubs of both Thieulain and Tourpes.<\/p>\r\n Club Thieulain Tourpes 2025","t_s":"Pelota Ball"},{"id":"5020","t":"SNCB train attendant","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1078","body":"
Outfit donated to mark the European Year of Rail, an initiative of the European Commission.<\/p>\r\n National Railway Company of Belgium 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"5004","t":"Walibi","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1182","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 50th anniversary of the Walibi theme park. This initiative celebrates both the park's heritage and its roots in Belgian culture. The costume depicts an ochre anthropomorphic wallaby with a beige belly, inspired by the park's current mascot.<\/p>\r\n Walibi Belgium 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"5003","t":"BARON JEAN-JOSEPH-PHILIPPE VAN DER NOOT","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1180","body":"
Costume donated by the municipality of Uccle to mark the 1180th costume (municipality\u2019s postcode). Baron Jean-Joseph-Philippe van der Noot (born 1760) was a Belgian nobleman and politician connected to the history of Uccle, particularly the Saint-Job district. Around 1770, he had the old Ch\u00e2teau de Carloo demolished and a new one built in the neoclassical style by architect Barnab\u00e9 Guimard. However, the castle was looted and burned during the Brabant Revolution, and ultimately razed in the early 19th century. As the owner of an estate in Uccle, Van der Noot contributed to the development of the region and played a notable role in liberal movements and the Belgian Revolution of 1830. His presence in Uccle illustrates the town\u2019s historical importance as a sought-after residence for Belgium's elite.<\/p>\r\n municipality of Uccle 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"5002","t":"Superman","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1181","body":"
Costume donated to mark the release of the new Superman film.<\/p>\r\n Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"5001","t":"Spot the Rabbit, Pick the Flowers","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1179","body":"
This costume has been donated to showcase the richness of Thai culture, both in Belgium and across the European Union. Inspired by traditional textile craftsmanship, the Manneken-Pis costume celebrates two emblematic fabrics: Lamphun embroidered silk and Mae Jaem Teen Jok fabric, presented together in a creative display with a touch of humour.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The costume reflects contemporary themes of gender fluidity and freedom of dress. Fabrics traditionally woven and worn by women are transformed here into an outfit for a little Western boy. The image of a child in a dress adorned with bows illustrates this fluidity, while the playful reference to lifting a skirt adds a mischievous note to the design.<\/p>\r\n Ministry of Commerce Thailand 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"5000","t":"Smurfs","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1178","body":"
Costume to celebrate the release of the new Smurfs film.<\/p>\r\n Sony Pictures Releasing NV 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"4999","t":"Galatasaray","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1177","body":"
Costume donated to celebrate Galatasaray's victory as Turkish champions in 2024-2025. Part of the celebrations of the 60th anniversary of Turkish immigration to Belgium. The Turkish community is now firmly rooted in Brussels, actively contributing to the city\u2019s social, economic, cultural and communal life.<\/p>\r\n Galatasaray Belgium 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"4996","t":"BDCS (Belgian Defence Clothing System)","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1174","body":"
Costume donated to mark the launch of the new Belgian Defence uniform. The uniform was produced in collaboration with the SSC consortium. Beyond its visual redesign, this new uniform also incorporates extensive research and development, innovation, and collaboration with industry.<\/p>\r\n Defensie & consortium SSC Sioen-Seyntex-Crye Precision 2025","t_s":"BDCS"},{"id":"4995","t":"Leuven student outfit from the Catholic Student Corps in Brussels ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1173","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 100th anniversary of the association. The Catholic Student Corps in Brussels is an association of Leuven students living in and around Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Catholic Student Corps in Brussels (KSC Bezem Brussel) 2025","t_s":"KSC Bezem Brussel"},{"id":"4984","t":"Asturian Suit","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1172","body":"
Costume donated to celebrate Asturian folklore around Manneken-Pis during Folklorissimo. The Asturian centre has been taking part in this event since its creation, but the existing costume (365-323: Folklore from Asturias) is no longer in suitable condition to be worn at the Manneken-Pis fountain.<\/p>\r\n The Asturian Centre Brussels non-profit association 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"4982","t":"Vend\u00e9e Globe Skipper","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1171","body":"
Costume donated to mark the finish of Denis Van Weynbergh, the first Belgian to complete the Vend\u00e9e Globe, after 117 days of non-stop solo sailing.<\/p>\r\n D'Ieteren Group, sponsor of the Vend\u00e9e Globe 2025 competition 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"4983","t":"Watermael-Boitsfort 1170 Watermaal-Bosvoorde","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1170","body":"
Costume donated by the municipality of Watermael-Boitsfort to celebrate the 1170th costume (municipality\u2019s postcode). The costume makes reference to the municipality\u2019s colours (blue and white), as well as its coat of arms, which is represented by the forest, antlers and hunting horn.<\/p>\r\n Watermael-Boitsfort municipal administration 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"4981","t":"Gym R.S. Auderghem ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1169","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 40th anniversary of the sports club. The Gym R.S. Auderghem club offers rhythmic gymnastics in a warm, friendly and supportive atmosphere. As a member of Wallonia-Brussels Panathlon, the club gives everyone a chance to practise the sport at their own level, while upholding the values of fair play.<\/p>\r\n Gym R.S. Auderghem non-profit association 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"4980","t":"Paddington","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1168","body":"
Costume donated to mark the release of the film \"Paddington in Peru\".<\/p>\r\n Kinepolis Film Production 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"4979","t":"Manneken But Trash","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1167","body":"
\"Court Mais Trash\" is a Brussels-based film festival, established in 2005, devoted to underground, independent and socially conscious short films. The 'Manneken But Trash' costume was donated to mark the 20th edition of the festival. It was inspired by an icon of Underground cinema: Divine, played by Harris Glenn Milstead in John Waters\u2019 film Pink Flamingos. Divine is a queer icon of American and international Trash and Underground cinema.<\/p>\r\n Court Mais Trash 2025","t_s":-1},{"id":"4977","t":"Activist in the fight against HIV","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1166","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 30th anniversary of Exaequo, a global health association for men who love men, which is fighting against HIV. With this costume, the association wants to remind people of the need to protect themselves against HIV and get tested regularly.<\/p>\r\n Ex Aequo ASBL 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4976","t":"Zorro","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1165","body":"
Costume donated to mark the release of the Zorro series.<\/p>\r\n RTL Belgium S.A. 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4975","t":"Wetenschapper","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1164","body":"
Costume to mark the 15th edition of Science Day (dag van de wetenschap). The aim of the Wetenschapsfestival is to introduce young and old alike to the wonderful world of science, and to help the children of today become the scientists of tomorrow.<\/p>\r\n Odisee (vzw) 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4974","t":"OOH OOH JUNKANOO","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1163","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Bahamas as a sovereign nation and of international relations with the Kingdom of Belgium. This donation demonstrates the strengthening of bilateral relations between the Bahamas and Belgium from a cultural point of view.<\/p>\r\n Embassy of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium and Mission to the European Union 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4969","t":" Roma Club Bruxelles","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1162","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 20th anniversary of the A.S. Roma football supporters' club.<\/p>\r\n Roma Club Bruxelles 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4956","t":"The Magic Hunt of Charles V","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1160","body":"
Costume donated by the commune of Auderghem to mark the 1160th costume donation (postcode of the commune). The choice of Charles V Hunt at the Red Cloister Abbey was inspired by the hunting tapestries of Charles V created by Bernard Van Orley. This demonstrates the link between the commune of Auderghem and the City of Brussels, since Charles V resided at Coudenberg and hunted in the For\u00eat de Soignes near Red Cloister Abbey, as evidenced by the tapestries with the abbey in the background. Pupils from the magic sewing workshop on the Red Cloister site made the costume following the death of their teacher, who was initially supposed to make the costume.<\/p>\r\n Commune d\u2019Auderghem\/ Atelier de Couture Magique 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4957","t":"Herstellerken-Pis","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1159","body":"
Costume donated to mark International Repair Day and the 20th anniversary of the De Transformisten non-profit organisation. De Transformisten supports sustainable voluntary initiatives that are committed to repairing, reusing and sharing items.<\/p>\r\n De Transformisten non-profit organisation 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4955","t":"Skier","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1158","body":"
Costume donated to thank the Belgian pioneers who helped make Verbier and the Val de Bagnes must-visit ski resorts.<\/p>\r\n Commune of Val de Bagnes 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4953","t":"Orthopaedic trauma specialist","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1157","body":"
Costume to mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology and to highlight the heritage and historical impact of orthopaedics in Belgium.<\/p>\r\n Royal Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SORBCOT) 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4952","t":"Brussels police officer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1156","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 20th anniversary of the federal law that defines and governs the role of police officer at national level. 2024 is also Bravvo's 20th anniversary. That's why the association would also like to honour the municipal staff responsible for safety and security, in particular the 180 law enforcement officers whose presence calms tensions in Brussels neighbourhoods.<\/p>\r\n BRAVVO non-profit organisation 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4949","t":"Giant Samson from the Ducasse d'Ath costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1155","body":"
Costume donated by the samson350 non-profit organisation to mark the 345th anniversary of Samson. The non-profit is made up of the bearers of Samson, the processional giant of the Ducasse d'Ath festival, who has appeared in the procession since 1679. This figure evokes the biblical character from the Old Testament and is the symbol of the Brotherhood of Athois cannoneers and harquebusiers. In 2019, to mark the 340th anniversary of Samson, the non-profit organisation samson350 was set up to count down 10 years until Samson's 350th anniversary in 2029. They are therefore celebrating the 345th anniversary by dressing up another national symbol, the Manneken-Pis.<\/p>\r\n ASBL Samson350 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4948","t":"Fuse","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1154","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 30th anniversary of Fuse (Brussels techno club) and the donation of their entire archive to the City of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Fuse - Techno club 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4947","t":"Brotherhood of the Double Enghien costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1153","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 40th anniversary of the Brotherhood of the Double Enghien. Enghien also has a statuette depicting a small \"ketje\u201d (childlike person), but that one is sitting on a beer barrel. The \"Titje\" (short for Saint-Jean Baptiste, patron saint of the people of Enghien) is the symbol of Enghiennois identity. It was donated to the town of Enghien in 2000 by the Brotherhood of the Double Enghien, a reminder that Enghien was once a brewing town. He, too, has several costumes (though far fewer than the Manneken-Pis).<\/p>\r\n Brotherhood of the Double Enghien (non-profit organisation) 2024","t_s":"Double Enghien"},{"id":"4946","t":"Paris 2024","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1152","body":"
Costume donated by the Belgian Olympic and Interfederal Committee to celebrate the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.<\/p>\r\n COIB - Belgian Olympic and Interfederal Committee 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4945","t":"BUBO - WILLEMSFONDS BRUSSELS","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1151","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 150th anniversary of Willemsfonds. Willemsfonds Brussels is a Dutch-speaking socio-cultural association that organises activities such as guided walks and tours, concerts, comedy shows, poetry and literary events, etc. The association also publishes books. There have been Willemsfonds schools and libraries in Brussels for 150 years.<\/p>\r\n Willemsfonds Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest vzw 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4943","t":"1150 WOLUWE SAINT-PIERRE","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1150","body":"
Costume donated by the municipality of Woluwe-Saint-Pierre to mark the 1150th costume (post code of the municipality). The costume has a scarf with flags from different countries, symbolising the international nature of the municipality.<\/p>\r\n Woluwe-Saint-Pierre Municipality 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4942","t":"Public Prosecutor","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1149","body":"
Costume donated to mark the departure of Johan Delmulle, public prosecutor at the Brussels Court of Appeal, on the 7th June 2024. The role of the Public Prosecutor is to defend the public interest in the event of a breach of the law.<\/p>\r\n Public Prosecutor's Office of the Brussels Court of Appeal 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4941","t":"European Union Civil Protection emergency response outfit","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1148","body":"
Costume donated as part of the European Civil Protection Forum held in June 2024. The European Commission's Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations unit (DG ECHO) was set up to express European solidarity with people in need around the world. Their mission is to provide government aid in preparation for or immediately after a disaster, in Europe and around the world. This aid can take the form of supplies (medicines, shelters, etc.) or search and rescue teams and fire-fighters, among other things.<\/p>\r\n European Civil Protection Forum 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4939","t":"Anadolu cocugu","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1146","body":"
Costume donated as part of the festivities to mark the 60th anniversary of Turkish immigration to Belgium. This costume depicts an Anatolian dancer and has been donated by the non-profit organisation Dillere Destan, which promotes Anatolian folk dances and the teaching of Anatolian music.<\/p>\r\n Dillere Destan asbl 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4938","t":"Brussels Citizens Rugbymanneke Pis","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1145","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 10th anniversary of the Brussels Citizens Rugby Club Auderghem.<\/p>\r\n Brussels Citizens Rugby 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4936","t":"The Little Brussels Boy","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1144","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 35th anniversary of the Iris Festival. Every year at the beginning of May, the Brussels-Capital Region holds its Iris Festival, with concerts and dozens of free events for all the family.<\/p>\r\n Parliament of the Brussels-Capital Region 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4935","t":"Kaaskrabber","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1143","body":"
Costume donated as part of the Erfgoeddag of the municipality of Drogenbos. The Kaaskrabber is a character and a statue that refer directly to the nickname of the inhabitants of Drogenbos, the \"Cheese Scrapers\". This nickname illustrates the link between Drogenbos and Brussels, namely cheese. In the Middle Ages, the people of Drogenbos used to sell 'Mandjeskaas', a fresh cheese typical of the communes to the south of Brussels, to the wealthy people of Brussels. There are several possible explanations for this nickname:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
- The first is that the people of Drogenbos were so poor that, after preparing the cheese board, they scraped it to give the leftovers to their children.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
- Another explanation could be that the cheese left to dry began to mould in summer. The green mould that appeared on the cheeses had to be removed by the maturers before ripening could begin. Many cheese maturers would have lived in Drogenbos, hence the nickname 'Kaaskrabber'.<\/p>\r\n Drogenbos Municipality 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4929","t":"Royal Lordship of Remoudou","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1142","body":"
Costume donated by the Royal Lordship of Remoudou, the first official brotherhood to represent Herve cheese (the only PDO-labelled cheese in Belgium). The brotherhood's ceremonial dress is inspired by 16th century outfits, particularly those worn at the court of Charles V.<\/p>\r\n Royal Lordship of Remoudou 2024","t_s":-1},{"id":"4921","t":"75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1141","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, signed on the 10th December 1948. This declaration promises freedom, equality and justice for all, concerns everyone, including young people, and everyone can take part in defending and promoting it. With this costume, the Manneken-Pis is playing its role in its commemoration by donning the colours of the United Nations.<\/p>\r\n Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4920","t":"Evere Evidemment","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1140","body":"
Costume donated by the municipality of Evere to mark the 1140th costume donated (the municipality's post code). The costume is the result of a participatory process involving several participants from different creative workshops. It consists of an aviator suit screen-printed with motifs that symbolise the municipality. The choice of an aviator suit to represent the Evere Municipality is a reference to the Evere airfield (on the border with Haren) which was created in 1914. In 1923, after Haren was annexed to Brussels, it became Brussels\u2019 first airport and the headquarters of the Belgian airline \"SABENA\".<\/p>\r\n Evere Municipality - L'Entrela\u2019 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4919","t":"Integrated Policing","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1139","body":"
Costume donated to celebrate Integrated Police Day, on the 7th December, the date on which the integrated police was created by the Law of 7 December 1998, setting up a two-tier integrated police service (Federal Police and Local Police). This police uniform is making its first appearance in the Manneken-Pis collections.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The costume was made by l'Ouvroir, one of Brussels' first disability-friendly companies, specialised in upcycling. This costume was created based on an old (adult size) policeman's uniform that was scaled down to fit the Manneken Pis.<\/p>\r\n Integrated Police (Federal Police and Local Police) 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4918","t":"Richard Wagner","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1138","body":"
Costume donated to mark the International Association of Richard Wagner Societies and Das Rheingold convention at the Th\u00e9\u00e2tre de la Monnaie. Richard Wagner was a German composer, theatre director, writer and conductor.<\/p>\r\n Cercle belge francophone Richard WAGNER (asbl) 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4910","t":"Toge des remises de dipl\u00f4mes","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1135","body":"
Outfit worn at graduation ceremonies held at the City Hall and the Grand-Place of the Universit\u00e9 Libre de Bruxelles, the Vrije Universiteit Brussels, the Haute-\u00c9cole Francisco Ferrer and the Acad\u00e9mie Royale des Beaux-Arts de Bruxelles (Royal Academy of Fine Arts of Brussels).<\/p>\r\n ULB, VUB, HEFF, ARBA (Remise des Dipl\u00f4mes) 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4908","t":"Jeugd Rode Kruis","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1133","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 100th anniversary of the Jeugd Rode Kruis. Jeugd Rode Kruis is a section of the Flanders Red Cross made up of children and young people, which organises activities to raise awareness of, prevent and alleviate suffering.<\/p>\r\n vzw Jeugd Rode Kruis 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4907","t":"Mr Microcosmos","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1132","body":"
Costume to mark the return of Cirque du Soleil to the iconic Big Top in Brussels after a 6-year absence. Since it began, Cirque du Soleil has taken part in the local life of the cities it visits by participating in various traditions. To thank the City of Brussels for its trust and hospitality, Cirque du Soleil has donated a costume from its KURIOS show to the Manneken-Pis.<\/p>\r\n MB PRESENTS 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4906","t":"Childhood Cancer Expert","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1131","body":"
Costume to mark the 25th anniversary of SIOP Europe (The European Society for Paediatric Oncology). SIOP Europe's mission is to cure more children and cure them better, and it wants to raise public awareness of childhood cancer by dressing the Manneken-Pis in a lab coat adorned with a golden ribbon, the symbol of childhood cancer. Gold September is also Child Cancer Awareness Month.<\/p>\r\n The European Society for Paediatric Oncology 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4905","t":"Belgian soldier's uniform, Troop 4, 10th Commando 1942","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1130","body":"
Costume donated to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the creation of the Belgian Commandos unit.<\/p>\r\n Amicale Nationale Para-Commando vriendenkring R\u00e9gionale Brabant 2023","t_s":"Soldat Belge Para-Commando 1942"},{"id":"4904","t":"50 years of the BRAB","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1129","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 50th anniversary of the BRAB (Basketball Referees Association Brussels Walloon Brabant). The BRAB is a meeting place for referees from Brussels and the provinces.<\/p>\r\n BASKET-BALL REFEREES ASSOCIATION BRUXELLES BRABANT-WALLON 2023","t_s":"BASKET-BALL REFEREES "},{"id":"4903","t":"SIBELGA Technician ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1128","body":"
Costume donated to raise awareness of the role of Sibelga gas and electricity technicians. Not only does the work they do on a daily basis bring light and warmth to homes across the Belgian capital, but they also work to make mobility and public lighting more environmentally friendly and economical.<\/p>\r\n Sibelga 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4901","t":"Oranje Buur","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1127","body":"
Costume donated to mark the State Visit of the Netherlands to Belgium in June 2023 and to commemorate the diplomatic relationship between Belgium and the Netherlands.<\/p>\r\n Netherlands Embassy 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4897","t":"MELTING POT","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1126","body":"
Costume donated to mark the institution\u2019s 100th anniversary.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The costume is an original creation made by the women attending the community centre\u2019s sewing workshop, and depicts the different cultural elements of the participants' countries of origin. The idea is to showcase all the diversity that exists both at Logis Flor\u00e9al and within Brussels itself.<\/p>\r\n SCRL Logis Flor\u00e9al et la Maison de quartier des Cit\u00e9s jardins 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4896","t":"Bike for Brussels","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1125","body":"
Costume donated by Brussels Mobility to mark the 6th annual World Bicycle Day. Brussels Mobility is the Brussels-Capital Region department responsible for facilities, infrastructure and travel in Brussels. One of its objectives is to encourage the people of Brussels to get around by bike. Cycling makes life in Brussels healthier and greener. That's why the Manneken-Pis is putting Brussels' cyclists in the spotlight by donning his \"Bike for Brussels\" costume.<\/p>\r\n Brussels Mobility 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4894","t":"Bruxelles-Propret\u00e9","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1124","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 30th anniversary of the Regional Health Agency.<\/p>\r\n Bruxelles-Propret\u00e9 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4891","t":"Porcelain Wedding","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1123","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 20th anniversary of the entry into force of the law on same-sex marriage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
This costume consists of a white wedding dress that evokes the silhouette of a drag queen.<\/p>\r\n RainBow House 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4893","t":"DANZANTE","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1122","body":"
Costume donated to mark the reopening of Ecuador's diplomatic representation in Belgium and the active participation of the Ecuadorian community in the social and cultural life of the City of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The clothing of the \"Danzante\" (the dancer) character exhibits multi-nationality and the multiplicity of materials and colours that are the very essence of Ecuador.<\/p>\r\n Embassy of Ecuador 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4892","t":"The Small Tortoiseshell","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1121","body":"
Costume donated to mark Biodiversity Week. The Small Tortoiseshell is a butterfly species native to Belgium.<\/p>\r\n B\u00fb\u00fbmplanters 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4890","t":"KARABELA","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1120","body":"
Costume donated to mark the celebration of the Haitian flag.<\/p>\r\n Embassy of Haiti 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4888","t":"Commander of the Most Studious, Venerable and Most Magnificent Order of Fran\u00e7ois Villon de Montcorbier","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1119","body":"
A national order of former student revellers who are attached to the customs and traditions of student folklore and who intend to continue to defend and promote them to ensure they endure. Costume donated to mark the 75th anniversary of the Order.<\/p>\r\n The Most Studious, Venerable and Most Magnificent Order of Fran\u00e7ois Villon de Montcorbier 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4887","t":"Gustaph","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1118","body":"
Costume donated to mark Eurovision 2023. The costume bears the effigy of Belgian singer Gustaph, who is representing Belgium this year (2023).<\/p>\r\n VRT 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4877","t":"MAKE-A-WISH BELGIUM","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1117","body":"
Make-A-Wish is an organisation that exists in over 50 countries around the world. Each year, on the 29th April, our affiliates celebrate World Wish Day. On this day, we commemorate the fulfilment of the first wish, made by a little boy called Christopher, to become a police officer (Phoenix, Arizona).<\/p>\r\n MAKE-A-WISH BELGIUM 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4876","t":"Mixed Sea Scouts of Anderlecht","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1116","body":"
Costume donated to celebrate three anniversaries in one, \"Three in One\": 90 years of ARASA, 50 years of the Sea Scouts and 10 years of the \u201cAmiti\u00e9s EBA\u201d friendly society.<\/p>\r\n ARASA - Amicale Royale des Anciens Scouts d'Anderlecht asbl 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4875","t":"Brotherhood of the Djaye de Tellin","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1115","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 20th anniversary of the Brotherhood of the Djaye de Tellin (3 years late due to the COVID-19 pandemic). The Brotherhood of the Djaye de Tellin champions a Tellin dish known as the \u201cPet\u00eats de Tellin\u201d, a liqueur made from walnuts, and an amber ale called \u201cLa Sonneille\u201d.<\/p>\r\n Brotherhood of the Djaye de Tellin 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4874","t":"Knight's Robe of the Academic Order of the Iris","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1114","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 10th anniversary of the Academic Order of the Iris. The Academic Order of the Iris is an order of devoutly Catholic students and alumni from the Brussels-Capital Region. The order's values are camaraderie, respect and the passing on of Brussels folklore.<\/p>\r\n Academicus Iridis Ordo 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4873","t":"Water Treatment Technician (HYDRIA)","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1113","body":"
Costume donated to raise public awareness of wastewater management before it is discharged into the Senne, as well as to make them aware of flood control in order to improve the environment and the quality of life of the people of Brussels. The aim is also to highlight HYDRIA's jobs and services, which are so essential and yet so inconspicuous to the people of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n HYDRIA 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4872","t":"Trisomy 21","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1112","body":"
Costume donated to raise awareness of Down Syndrome. Gifted on World Down Syndrome Day.<\/p>\r\n J.E.T. 21 Association 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4870","t":"Official Garb of the Vervi-Rice Brotherhood","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1111","body":"
Costume donated with the goal of promoting the gastronomic know-how of the bakers of Verviers through the Vervi-Rice Brotherhood.<\/p>\r\n The Vervi-Rice Seigneurial Brotherhood 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4868","t":"Vla-Vla","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1110","body":"
The Vla-Vla Order is a bilingual, non-political student association founded in Leuven in 1922.<\/p>\r\n Association Royale des Deux Flandres - Koninklijke Oost-en Westvlaamsche Kring 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4867","t":"Estonia","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1109","body":"
Costume donated to replace the only other Estonian costume in the MannekenPis Wardrobe when it was placed into storage. Gifted on Estonian Independence Day.<\/p>\r\n Estonian Centre of Folk Culture 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4865","t":"Sea Blue","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1107","body":"
Costume donated to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Navy and the launch of new navy uniforms.<\/p>\r\n The Navy (La D\u00e9fense\/Defensie) 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4863","t":"James Bond","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1106","body":"
Costume donated to mark the \"Bond In Nation\" exhibition.<\/p>\r\n British Embassy Belgium 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4861","t":"Johnny Hallyday","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1105","body":"
Costume donated in tribute to Johnny Hallyday five years after his death.<\/p>\r\n Tempora (Laeticia Hallyday) 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4859","t":"Architect Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1104","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 90th anniversary of the UPA-BUA (Royal Professional Union of Architects - Koninklijke Beroepsunie Van Architecten). Moreover, the term 'architek' is part of Brussels folklore.<\/p>\r\n Royal Professional Union of Architects 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4858","t":"Restyled runner of the woods","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1103","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 50th anniversary of the Quebec Government Office\u2019s inauguration in Brussels. The aim is to highlight the strong ties between Quebec and the City of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Quebec Government Office 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4856","t":"Pupil of Molenbeek School No. 13 in 1922","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1102","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 100th anniversary of the creation of the Cercle Royal of Former Pupils of Molenbeek-Saint-Jean School No. 13 (Cercle Royal des Anciens \u00e9l\u00e8ves de l'\u00e9cole 13 de Molenbeek-Saint-Jean).<\/p>\r\n Cercle Royal of Former Pupils of Molenbeek-Saint-Jean School No. 13 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4854","t":"World Animal Day ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1101","body":"
Costume donated by the City of Brussels and the Municipality of Anderlecht to celebrate World Animal Day. The City of Brussels and the Municipality of Anderlecht are working together to collect donations for animal shelters.<\/p>\r\n Municipality of Anderlecht 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4852","t":"REBEL FOR LIFE","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1100","body":"
Costume donated to welcome the many guests who come from all over the world to enjoy the Brussels nightlife.<\/p>\r\n Rave Rebels 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4850","t":"European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1099","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 60th anniversary of the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC).<\/p>\r\n European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer 2022","t_s":"EORTC"},{"id":"4843","t":"Mauve Army\u00a02003","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1108","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 20th anniversary of the Anderlecht supporters group known as the \"MAUVE ARMY 2003\"<\/p>\r\n Mauve Army 2023","t_s":-1},{"id":"4848","t":"Bulgarian Kuker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1098","body":"
Costume donated to mark the placement into storage of the Bulgarian costume currently on display in the MannekenPis Wardrobe (2023). \"KUKERI\" are some of the best-loved Bulgarian traditions and fall under the UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. They embody the idea of driving away evil spirits and bringing good luck, prosperity and good health to the whole town and its inhabitants.<\/p>\r\n Embassy of Bulgaria 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4846","t":"Traditional Thracian costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1097","body":"
Costume donated to mark the 100th anniversary of the Greek region of Thrace. Years ago, Belgium gave refuge to the people of Thrace. By way of thanks, the Thracian Cultural Association has decided to associate Belgium with its national holiday.<\/p>\r\n Thracian Cultural Association 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4844","t":"Saint-Vaast's Les Flaminds sans conduite","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1096","body":"
Costume donated to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Society, \"Les Flaminds sans conduite\u201d<\/p>\r\n \"Les Flaminds sans conduite\u201d Royal Society 2022","t_s":"Les Flaminds sans conduite"},{"id":"4784","t":"1081 Koekelberg","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1081","body":"
Koekelberg, one of the 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region, has presented the Manneken-Pis with his 1081th outfit, in reference to its postcode: 1081. The apron of the master chocolate maker refers to the presence in the municipality of the Victoria biscuit and chocolate factory, which was founded in 1896 and became one of the great names in the Belgian chocolate industry.<\/p>\r\n Municipal administration of Koekelberg 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4783","t":"Municipality of Molenbeek-Saint-Jean 1080","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1080","body":"
Molenbeek-Saint-Jean, one of the 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region, has presented the Manneken-Pis with his 1080th outfit, in reference to its postcode: 1080. The outfit was designed by the pupils of the 6th primary class of the \u00c9cole Communale 11.<\/p>\r\n Municipal administration of Molenbeek-Saint-Jean 2022","t_s":"Molenbeek-Saint-Jean 1080"},{"id":"4785","t":"Berchemois costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1082","body":"
Berchem-Sainte-Agathe, one of the 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region, has presented the Manneken-Pis with his 1082nd outfit, in reference to its postcode: 1082. In the colours of the municipality, green and white, the outfit symbolises conviviality.<\/p>\r\n Municipal Administration of Berchem-Sainte-Agathe 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4786","t":"Martin de Ganshoren","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1083","body":"
Ganshoren, one of the 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region, has presented the Manneken-Pis with his 1083rd outfit, in reference to its postcode: 1083. The character of Martin is inspired by the figure of Saint Martin, a 4th century bishop and patron saint of the town, who was known for sharing his cloak with a beggar. The collar and the trimmings of the costume evoke the meaning of the municipality name: Ganshoren (the goose pond).<\/p>\r\n Municipal administration of Ganshoren 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4787","t":"Clown of the Dolhain carnival","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1084","body":"
Costume presented to promote this carnival in the province of Limburg.<\/p>\r\n Dolhain Carnival Festival Committee 2022","t_s":"Dolhain carnival"},{"id":"4788","t":"President of the Walloon Brabant and Brussels Region of the University of Namur","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1085","body":"
Outfit donated to mark the 30th anniversary of the student association.<\/p>\r\n Regional Office for Walloon Brabant and Brussels of the University of Namur 2022","t_s":"University of Namur"},{"id":"4789","t":"75th Sea Scout Uniform","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1086","body":"
Outfit donated to mark the 100th anniversary of this sea scouts unit.<\/p>\r\n 75 Sea Scouts 2022","t_s":"75e Sea Scouts"},{"id":"4790","t":"Royal Evere White Star Hockey Club","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1087","body":"
Outfit donated to mark the 100th anniversary of the sports club.<\/p>\r\n Royal Evere White Star Hockey Club 2022","t_s":"Evere White Star Hockey Club"},{"id":"4791","t":"Belgian National Cycling Club","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1088","body":"
Costume presented on the occasion of the 2021 World Cycling Championship.<\/p>\r\n Bioracer 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4792","t":"International Youth Games","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1089","body":"
Costume presented on the occasion of the 2022 International Youth Games in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n French-language Secondary School, Jean Monet de Bruxelles 2022","t_s":"Youth Games"},{"id":"4793","t":"Guitarist from Jette","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1090","body":"
Jette, one of the 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region, has presented the Manneken-Pis with his 1090th outfit, in reference to its postcode: 1090. In a nod to the summer music festivals held in the municipality, the costume also evokes two figures who lived in Jette: Jean Roba, creator of the comic strip Boule et Bill<\/em>, with the blue overalls of the character Bill, and Ren\u00e9 Magritte, with the bowler hat and clouds at the bottom of her overalls.<\/p>\r\n Municipal administration of Jette 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4794","t":"Saint-Pierre University Hospital","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1091","body":" Costume donated to honour the work of hospital staff during the Covid-19 pandemic. The outfit honours the values defended by the medical institution: commitment, quality of patient care, innovation, respect and solidarity.<\/p>\r\n Saint-Pierre University Hospital 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4795","t":"Charles Rogier","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1092","body":" Costume presented in 2021 on the occasion of the 175th anniversary of the creation of the Liberal Party which, together with the Catholic Party, dominated Belgian political life in the 19th century. The revolutionary and statesman Charles Rogier is one of its historical figures. Founded in 2005, the Jean Gol Centre is a centre for reflection, future orientation and archiving of the liberal movement.<\/p>\r\n Jean Gol Center 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4796","t":"Folon 2020","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1093","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Folon Foundation, created in 2000 by the Belgian artist Jean-Michel Folon. The outfit was inspired directly by the artist's iconic sculpture, La Source<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n Folon Foundation 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4797","t":"Gendarme of Saint-Tropez","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1094","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the release of the film Le Gendarme et les Gendarmettes<\/em>, the last part of the Gendarme de Saint-Tropez series in which Louis de Fun\u00e8s plays the main role.<\/p>\r\n Scenocity and Cin\u00e9ma Palace 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4798","t":"Rolling Stones","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1095","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the group's visit to Brussels for a concert at the King Baudoin Stadium.<\/p>\r\n Greenhouse Talent 2022","t_s":-1},{"id":"4772","t":"Costa Rica","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1069","body":" Costume offered on the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the country's independence from Spain. It combines the uniform of the public schools with the waistcoat of the guards of the National System of Conservation Areas of Costa Rica. The environmental protection policy is also symbolised by the sloth plush, an animal from the tropical forests that cover a large part of the country.<\/p>\r\n Ambassy of Costa Rica 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4780","t":"COP 26","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1077","body":" Outfit donated to mark the Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland in November 2021.<\/p>\r\n British Embassy 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4781","t":"SNCB train attendant","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1076","body":" Outfit donated to mark the European Year of Rail, an initiative of the European Commission.<\/p>\r\n National Railway Company of Belgium 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4775","t":"Manneken Pisthagoras","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1072","body":" The outfit pays tribute to the Greek mathematician and philosopher Pythagoras and his famous theorem a2 + b2 = c2.<\/p>\r\n Department of Mathematics of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4773","t":"Q.ARTz Festival","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1071","body":" Outfit donated to mark the first occasion of the Q.ARTz festival, a multidisciplinary cultural event celebrating LGBTQI+ artists. The Belgian Pride association also organises the annual Pride Parade in Brussels. The creator of this costume is Brussels-based queer designer Matteo Neri-Lindfors, aka Leo Ascendant Connasse.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Pride 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4774","t":"1070 ket of Anderlecht","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1070","body":" Anderlecht, one of the 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region, has presented the Manneken-Pis with his 1070th outfit, in reference to its postcode: 1070. Ket<\/em>, or ketje<\/em>, is a word used in Brussels for a child or boy, more precisely a street boy.<\/p>\r\n Municipality of Anderlecht 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4769","t":"Scissors Dancer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1066","body":" Outfit donated to mark the Bicentennial of the Independence of Peru from Spain. The scissors dance gets its name from the pair of scissor-like blades that each dancer holds in their right hand. The dance pits two teams against each other. The dancers in each team must strike their blades together in rhythm with the accompanying musicians while also engaging in a choreographed duel combining dance and acrobatics.<\/p>\r\n Embassy of Peru 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4764","t":"Apron of Legends","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1061","body":" Made by students of the second pre-school class, this outfit is the winner of the \u201cDraw me an outfit!\u201d competition organised in 2019 by the City of Brussels for the 400th birthday of the Manneken-Pis sculpture, completed by J\u00e9r\u00f4me Duquesnoy in 1619. This outfit evokes the various legends invented by the residents of Brussels throughout the years to explain why there is a fountain sculpture of a little boy urinating at this spot in the city.<\/p>\r\n Emile Bockstael pre-school 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4763","t":"Water-Carrying Market Gardener","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1060","body":" Saint-Gilles, one of the 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region, has presented the Manneken-Pis with his 1060th outfit, in reference its postcode: 1060. The outfit evokes two famous characters from local folklore: Pietje the giant portraying a kuulkapper<\/em> (cabbage chopper) market gardener and the Porteuse d\u2019eau<\/em> (water carrier) sculpture to which the Manneken-Pis was officially engaged in 1989.<\/p>\r\n Municipality of Saint-Gilles 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4761","t":"Crohn\u2019s disease and ulcerative colitis","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1058","body":" Outfit donated to mark World Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Day on 19 May. The Crohn\u2019s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Association brings together people suffering with IBD, Crohn\u2019s disease and ulcerative colitis.<\/p>\r\n Crohn\u2019s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Association 2021","t_s":"Crohn RCUH"},{"id":"4759","t":"Special Olympics Inclusion","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1056","body":" Special Olympics Belgium has been promoting the social integration of people with intellectual disabilities through sport since 1980. As of 2021, it actively supports 20,000 of the approximately 165,000 people registered in Belgium as having an intellectual disability.<\/p>\r\n Special Olympics Belgium 2021","t_s":-1},{"id":"4717","t":"Sharing is caring","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1044","body":" Outfit donated to mark International Women's Day. \u201cSharing is caring\u201d is a campaign spearheaded by the City of Brussels to raise awareness of the feminist cause. In 2020, women still spend twice as much time on household chores per week than men, even when they have a professional career. Being an ally of the feminist struggle for gender equality starts at home by sharing household chores equally between both partners.<\/p>\r\n Alderman's Office and Equal Opportunities Unit of the City of Brussels 2020","t_s":-1},{"id":"4671","t":"Racing White Daring Molenbeek","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1015","body":" RWDM Supporters Club Osseghem 17.11.2018 2018","t_s":-1},{"id":"4691","t":"Umushanana","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1026","body":" Outfit donated to mark the 25th anniversary of the liberation of Rwanda after the genocide perpetrated against Tutsis.<\/p>\r\n Rwandan Embassy to the Kingdom of Belgium 2019","t_s":-1},{"id":"4669","t":"Athl\u00e9tico Madrid","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1013","body":" Costume donated to mark the 10th anniversary of the Brussels supporters' association of Athletico Madrid football club.<\/p>\r\n Pe\u00f1 supporters' club 20.10.2018 2018","t_s":-1},{"id":"4657","t":"Tunisia","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"1002","body":" Costume donated to mark the Belgium-Tunisia football match during the World Cup in Russia, and in conjunction with the \"Journ\u00e9es tunisiennes\", a tourist and cultural event organised at Place de la Monnaie in the same month.<\/p>\r\n Tunisian national tourist office in Brussels 2018","t_s":-1},{"id":"4635","t":"Graduated nurses and midwives ULB","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"999","body":" Circle of graduated nurses and midwives of the Free university of Brussels 8 mai 2018 2018","t_s":"Nurses and midwives ULB"},{"id":"4627","t":"T\u00e9l\u00e9vie researcher","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"991","body":" Costume donated to mark the 30th anniversary of T\u00e9l\u00e9vie, a charity event which has been organised in French-speaking Belgium and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg by RTL-TVI since 1989 for the benefit of the National Fund for Scientific Research (FNRS), to aid research into the fight against cancer and leukaemia. It culminates in a televised closing evening.<\/p>\r\n RTL Belgium 2018","t_s":-1},{"id":"4587","t":"Habesha Libs","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"972","body":" Traditional Ethiopian dress.<\/p>\r\n Ethopian Embassy in Brussels 2017 2017","t_s":-1},{"id":"4585","t":"Torino FC","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"970","body":" Costume donated to honour the memory of the football team which disappeared on 4 May 1949 in an aeroplane crash outside Turin.<\/p>\r\n Torino FC 1906 \u2013 Toro Club Europa Granata Brussels 2017 2017","t_s":-1},{"id":"3911","t":"Michel Polnareff","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"961","body":" This costume was offered to Manneken-Pis on the occasion of the famous French singer Michel Polnareff\u2019s visit to Brussels. It is a copy of one of the artist\u2019s most famous outfits, which he wore at the Olympia Hall in 1972.<\/p>\r\n Fabien Lecoeuvre Organisation 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3875","t":"Ordre du Glossaire","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"960","body":" This cap and gown in the colours of ISTI alumni were offered for the 50th anniversary of this network of former students from the prestigious Haute \u00c9cole de Traduction et d'Interpr\u00e9tation<\/em> (High School of Translation and Interpretation) located in Brussels. <\/p>\r\n ISTI Alumni Network 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3874","t":"Gardener","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"959","body":" This municipal gardener\u2019s uniform was offered for the 40th anniversary of the \"Brussels in Flowers\" competition, organised each year by the City of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Parks Department of the City of Brussels 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3823","t":"Stamp Collector","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"958","body":" Offered on the occasion of World Post Day.<\/p>\r\n Royal Society of Stamp Collectors of Brussels 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3819","t":"Fellowship of the Order of Sikaru","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"957","body":" This gown was offered to celebrate the 10th anniversary of this fellowship. Representing several brewers, this order defends special Belgian beers, their diversity, and the proper way of serving them.<\/p>\r\n Confr\u00e9rie de l'Ordre de Sikaru 2016","t_s":"Order of Sikaru"},{"id":"3818","t":"Master Carpenter of the Sablon ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"956","body":" This costume takes its inspiration from the clothing worn by the statue representing the profession of carpenter at the Petit Sablon Park in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Royal Association of Master Carpenters 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3817","t":"Hitatare","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"955","body":" The Hitatare is the every-day clothing of the Samurai. It was offered to Manneken-Pis as part of the 16th annual Folklorissimo festival. Japan was the guest country of honour at the year\u2019s Brussels Festival of Folklore, in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of a diplomatic treaty between Belgium and the Land of the Rising Sun.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Japanese Embassy 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3813","t":"Muco","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"950","body":" This costume was offered for the 50th anniversary of an association that works to improve the quality of life of children and young people suffering from cystic fibrosis. This is the most common rare genetic condition, affecting the airways and requiring intense medical treatment.<\/p>\r\n Cystic Fibrosis Association of Belgium 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3811","t":"Guignolet","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"949","body":" This Guignol puppet costume was offered by the renowned Brussels puppet theatre to celebrate its 70th anniversary. Every year, it installs its puppet theatre backdrop in the Parc de Bruxelles. Guignol is the most famous hand puppet in Western Europe.<\/p>\r\n Th\u00e9\u00e2tre Royal les Coeurs de Bois 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3747","t":"Foire du Livre Bruxelles","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"946","body":" The annual Brussels Book Fair has brought together various figures from the world of literature and publishing since 1969. A festival of books and culture held in different parts of Brussels, it was created to be accessible to everyone.<\/p>\r\n Foire du Livre Bruxelles 2016","t_s":-1},{"id":"3740","t":"Traditional Albanian Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"943","body":" Costume presented to mark the National Day of the Republic of Albania on 28 November.This commemorates the country\u2019s independence from the Ottoman Empire, which was proclaimed in 1912.<\/p>\r\n The Albanian Embassy 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3738","t":"Science Circle of the Universit\u00e9 Libre de Bruxelles","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"942","body":" Costume presented to mark the 125th anniversary of this student circle, which is one of the oldest in the Universit\u00e9 Libre d eBruxelles (Free University of Brussels).<\/p>\r\n The Science Circle of the Universit\u00e9 Libre de Bruxelles 2015","t_s":"Science Circle of the ULB"},{"id":"3736","t":"Order of Saint Hubert","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"941","body":" Outfit presented to mark the 35th aniversary of the Belgian branch of this international Association, which champions hunting but also calls for wild animal and plant species to be respected and protected.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Order of Saint Hubert 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3732","t":"League Against Cancer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"939","body":" Costume presented by the \u201cFlemish League Against Cancer\u201d, to mark the launch of a new campaign aimed at raising young people\u2019s awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle as a way of preventing illness.<\/p>\r\n Vlaamse Liga tegen kanker 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3726","t":"Guide ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"936","body":" Uniform worn by guides, one of the branches of the scouting movement. It was presented to mark the centenary of Belgium\u2019s first guide group,which was founded in Brussels. Originally reserved for girls,this is now a mixed youth movement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Federation of the Catholic Guides of Belgium 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3724","t":"Grand Council of Bordeaux Wine","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"935","body":" Costume presented in connection with the \"Eat Brussels\" festival. That year, Bordeaux wine was the guest of honour at this event,which promotes the gastronomic specialities of Brussels. The Grand Council comprises all the brotherhoods and commanderies of the different wines in this wine-producing region.<\/p>\r\n The Interprofessional Council of Bordeaux Wine 2015","t_s":"Vin de Bordeaux"},{"id":"3720","t":"Mad Scientist","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"933","body":" This mad scientist\u2019s costume was loosely based on Albert Einstein. It was presented in connection with Expo-Sciences International 2015, an international science festival for young people held that year in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Young Scientists of Belgium 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3692","t":"Knight of Aulne","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"919","body":" Costume presented to mark the 40th anniversary of this folklore and gastronomic Association, which is dedicated to promoting lager and cheese made with nettles that are culinary specialities of the village of Aulne in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Order of the Knights of Aulne 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3744","t":"Tatarat\u00e0","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"944","body":" A Sicilian folk-dance group, named after the sound made by the large drums providing the rhythm for the twelve dancers\u2019 movements.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n La Sagra del Tatarat\u00e0 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3746","t":"Coluche","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"945","body":" This costume is a replica of the stage outfit worn by the famous French comedian Michel G\u00e9rard Colucci<\/em> (1944-1986). In 1985 he founded the Restos du C\u0153ur<\/em> (\u201crestaurants of the heart\u201d), a charitable association which fights poverty and helps the poorest members of society, mainly by providing them with meals.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Federation of the Restos du C\u0153ur 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3734","t":"Le Grand Jojo \u2013 Julius Caesar","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"940","body":" Costume presented to mark the 80th birthday of the popular Belgian singer, Le Grand Jojo<\/em>. One of his most famous songs, from 1982, mocked the Roman Emperor Julius Caesar.<\/p>\r\n Universal Music Belgique 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3722","t":"Brotherhood of Saint Anthony","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"934","body":" Costume presented to mark the 40th anniversary of this folklore Association, which promotes traditional recipes made with pork meat, a speciality of the area around the city of Li\u00e8ge in the Walloon Region. Saint Anthony, a Medieval hermit, traditionally associated with pigs, is the Patron Saint of pork butchers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Blehen Brotherhood of Saint Anthony 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3728","t":"Saint George","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"937","body":" Saint George, a 4th century martyr and the Patron Saint of knights, is the central character in the fair (known as the Ducasse<\/em>) held at Mons.The origins of this popular event date back to the Middle Ages. The city is situated in the Walloon Region, and was the European Capital of Culture in 2015, holding the title jointly with Pilsen in the Czech Republic.<\/p>\r\n The City of Mons 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3730","t":"Manneken Pink","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"938","body":" Created by the Belgian fashion designer Edouard Vermeulen of the House of Natan, this costume was presented in connection with the campaigns to fight breast cancer.<\/p>\r\n The Pink Ribbon Association 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3712","t":"Belgian Pride","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"929","body":" Costume presented to mark the 20th anniversary of Belgian Pride, a large-scale, social movement promoting tolerance. The outfit was created by the famous French fashion designer Jean-Paul Gaultier, an active champion of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) community.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Pride Association 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3714","t":"Pilgrim bound for Santiago de Compostella","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"930","body":" Traditional pilgrim\u2019s costume, presented to mark the 20th procession of the Friends of Santiago in Brussels, the departure-point of one of the routes of this famous pilgrimage, which is symbolized by a scallop-shell.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Association of the Friends of Santiago (Saint-Jacques) 2015","t_s":"Santiago de Compostella"},{"id":"3716","t":"Royal Brotherhood of the Herdiers d\u2019Ardenne","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"932","body":" Founded in 1957, this folklore and gastronomic Association promotes the ham and saucisson<\/em> of the Ardennes, the town of Bastogne in theWalloon Region being one of the locations where these are made. A herdier<\/em> guards flocks of sheep.<\/p>\r\n The Royal Brotherhood of the Herdiers d\u2019Ardennes 2015","t_s":"Brotherhood Herdiers d\u2019Ardenne"},{"id":"3718","t":"VUB Communication Circle","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"931","body":" Academic Dress presented to mark the 40th anniversary of this student Association of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel.<\/p>\r\n Perskring Vrije Universiteit Brussel 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3702","t":"Adolphe Sax","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"925","body":" Costume presented to mark the bicentenary of the birth of Adolphe Sax, who invented the saxophone in Dinant in 1814.<\/p>\r\n The International Adolphe Sax Association 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3704","t":"Manneken-Peace ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"924","body":" Costume presented to mark the International day of Peace on 21 September. It was made by pupils of the Bischoffsheim Institute, a secondary school in the City of Brussels, for a competition launched by the donor organisation.This is a pluralistic coordinating body comprising youth organisations and progressive continuing education movements.<\/p>\r\n National Coordination for Peace and Democracy 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3706","t":"Francisco Ferrer Circle","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"926","body":" The Francisco Ferrer High School is a higher education establishment that was founded in 1955. It offers courses in the applied arts,economics, paramedicine, education, technology, translation and interpreting, and social studies. Costume presented to mark the105th anniversary of the death of Spanish educationalist Francisco Ferrer (1859 -1909). A free-thinker, Freemason and libertarian, he founded the Modern School in 1901.This was an educational initiative promoting diversity and social equality.The institution was the first in a network, which by 1907 comprised over a hundred schools in Spain and inspired new educational movements in other countries. Accused of being behind large-scale, anti-government protests, Ferrer was condemned to death by a military tribunal following a mere show-trial, and was shot by a firing squad on 13 October. His execution gave rise to a major international protest.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Order of the Students of the Francisco Ferrer High School 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3708","t":"Antoine Demol","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"927","body":" Costume presented as a tribute to Antoine Demol, the founder of the Order of the Friends of Manneken-Pis and a leading figure in Brussels folklore, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of his death.<\/p>\r\n The Order of the Friends of Manneken-Pis 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3710","t":"Philosophy and Arts Circle of the ULB","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"928","body":" Costume presented to mark the 80th anniversary of this folklore and student Association, which was founded in 1934 in the Free University of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Philosophy and Arts Circle of the ULB 2015","t_s":-1},{"id":"3694","t":"Turkish Immigrant","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"920","body":" Replica of the outfits worn by the first Turkish immigrants who came to Belgium in the 1950s to work in the coal mines. It was presented in connection with the official commemorations of the 50th anniversary of their arrival.<\/p>\r\n Turkse Unie van Belgi\u00eb vzw 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3696","t":"Patient at the Jules Bordet Institute","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"921","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th edition of the \"101 Tables for Life\" charity event.This involves famous restaurants in Brussels each offering a meal for 10 people, which the donor Association re-sells to generous sponsors. The money is then used to fund research projects at the Bordet Institute, an internationally renowned hospital devoted to cancer treatment and research.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Association of the Friends of the Jules Bordet Institute 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3698","t":"Coirboy with the Maryland State Boy choir","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"922","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a visit to Brussels by the choir during their European tour.<\/p>\r\n The Maryland State Boy choir 2014","t_s":"Maryland State Boy choir"},{"id":"3700","t":"Tomorrowland","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"923","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th edition of Tomorrowland; this famous electronic music festival has been held in the small Flemish town of Boom, near Antwerp, since 2005. A spin-off festival was established in the USA in 2013 and another in Brazil in 2015. This costume represents the whimsical explorer who discovers the magical world of Tomorrowland.<\/p>\r\n Toerisme Vlaanderen 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3682","t":"Manneken-Bob","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"914","body":" Costume presented in connection with the annual New Year\u2019s Eve road safety campaign. Bob is the designated driver among a group of friends. He parties without drinking alcohol so that he can drive them all safely home after the celebrations.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Road Safety Institute 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3684","t":"B-Fast","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"915","body":" Outfit worn by the Belgian First Aid and Support Team (B-Fast), presented to mark the 10th anniversary of this rapid-intervention organisation, which provides humanitarian aid. It sends teams of emergency aid workers to developing countries hit by natural disasters or ravaged by war.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Federal Public Service (FPS) Foreign Affairs, External Trade and Development Cooperation 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3686","t":"Gille from Binche","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"916","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of the Carnival of Binche\u2019s inclusion in UNESCO\u2019s List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The Gille is the most famous figure in this folklore event. His costume is based on that of a character from popular 17th century theatre, inspired by the commedia dell\u2019arte<\/em> and embellished with local features. This new outfit replaced the one given in 1929 (see n\u00b0 21), which had become too fragile to be worn at the fountain.<\/p>\r\n The National Museum of Carnivals and Masks 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3688","t":"Red Devil","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"917","body":" This costume, the new strip worn by the Diables Rouges<\/em> (\u201cRed Devils\u201d), was presented in connection with their participation in the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.<\/p>\r\n The Royal Belgian Union of Football Association Societies 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3690","t":"Driver for the STIB","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"918","body":" Uniform worn by drivers for the Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 des Transports Intercommunaux Bruxellois - STIB <\/em>(Brussels Intercommunal Transport Company). It was presented to mark the company\u2019s 60th anniversary and the 25th anniversary of the regionalization of public transport management (see n\u00b0 381 and 542).<\/p>\r\n The STIB 2014","t_s":-1},{"id":"3672","t":"Basketball Player","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"909","body":" Replica of the outfit worn by Lithuania\u2019s national basketball team, in the colours of the Lithuanian flag. It was presented in connection with the Folklore Festivals held in Brussels, when Lithuania was the guest of honour. Basketball is considered the country\u2019s national sport.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Lithuanian Embassy 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3674","t":"Confreria dos vinhos","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"910","body":" Costume presented to mark the 30th anniversary of this folkore and gastronomic Association, which promotes Portuguese wines in Belgium.<\/p>\r\n Ordem dos Companheiros de S\u00e3o Vicente 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3676","t":"Kidney Transplant","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"911","body":" Costume presented in connection with the European Day for Organ Donation and Transplantation.<\/p>\r\n The Federal Public Service (FPS) Health 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3678","t":"Pogge","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"912","body":" Market gardener\u2019s costume presented in connection with the first festival dedicated to Pogge, a folklore character from the Brussels municipality of Schaerbeek inspired by Pierre de Cruyer (1821-1890), a famous 19th century local figure.<\/p>\r\n The Friends of Pogge 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3680","t":"F\u00e9licien","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"913","body":" F\u00e9licien, the elf magician, is the ambassador of the General Delegation of the Rights of the Child. Under the auspices of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation, this institution oversees the application of practices agreed by the International Convention of the Rights of the Child. It receives complaints and requests for mediation regarding the rights and interests of minors in every domain (the family,disability, ill-treatment, migration, etc.), and ensures that these rights are promoted.<\/p>\r\n The General Delegation for the Rights of the Child 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3662","t":"Crossbowman of Saint George","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"904","body":" Ceremonial costume worn by the Grand Serment Royal et de Saint-Georges, the guild of the crossbowmen of Brussels. It replaced the outfit previously presented. From the Middle Ages to the 18th century, crossbowmen contributed to maintaining order in the city and defended it in times of war (see n\u00b0 144).<\/p>\r\n The Grand Serment Royal et de Saint-Georges 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3664","t":"Biker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"905","body":" Costume presented by the club, which comprises Belgian, Dutch and French bikers who perform displays at fairs, in connection with the opening of the Midi Fair.<\/p>\r\n The Harley Davidson Niglo Club 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3666","t":"Brotherhood of Brie de Meaux","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"906","body":" Brie de Meaux is a raw milk cheese with a Protected Designation of Origin. It is made in the French region of Brie, a geophysical area to the east of Paris.The champagne-coloured robe of the costume and the shape of the hat echo the colour and round shape of this cheese.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Companions of Brie de Meaux 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3668","t":"Leather-Worker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"907","body":" Leather-worker\u2019s overall and tools presented by this Belgian luxury leather goods company to mark its 185th anniversary. The hat is formed of miniature versions of the Maison Delvaux\u2019s<\/em> famous Brilliant Bag, in the colours of the Belgian flag.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Maison Delvaux 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3670","t":"Traditional Kyrgyz Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"908","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of an official visit to Brussels by the President of Kyrgyzstan in connection with events celebrating the 85th birthday of the writer Chingiz Aitmatov.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Kyrgyz Embassy 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3652","t":"Circle of Students from Brussels and Brabant \u2013 Vrije Universiteit Brussel","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"899","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of the student Association of the Dutch-speaking Free University, established in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Circle of Students from Brussels and Brabant \u2013 Vrije Universiteit Brussel 2013","t_s":"Circle of from Brussels and Brabant"},{"id":"3654","t":"Gardevils","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"900","body":" The Gardevils, a folklore Association, takes part in the Meyboom procession every year. This event is one of the oldest folk traditions in Brussels and involves planting a beech tree in the city centre every year on 9 August (see n\u00b0 295, 515, 674, 811, and 884).<\/p>\r\n The Gardevils 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3656","t":"Fair Trade Manneken-Pis","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"901","body":" Costume made entirely of fair trade products sold by members of the donor Federation and presented to mark World Fair Trade Day on 11 May.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Oxfam Association and The Belgian Fair Trade Federation 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3658","t":"Burgomaster of the Lineages of Brussels","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"902","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this Association.The Seven Lineages of Brussels is the name given to the seven noble families who dominated the city\u2019s political structure until the late 18th century.They had a monopoly on various magistrates\u2019 posts and constituted the city government until 1421. After that date they had to share these responsibilities with representatives of the craft guilds that formed the associations known as the Nine Nations of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Association of the Descendants of the Lineages of Brussels 2013","t_s":"Lineages of Brussels"},{"id":"3660","t":"Circle Wawa","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"903","body":" The Wawa Circle is the students\u2019 Aof the Warocqu\u00e9 School of Business and Economics at the University of Mons in the Walloon Region. Raoul Warocqu\u00e9, who founded the School in 1899, was a businessman who played a very active role in Belgium\u2019s coal-mining industry in the early 20th century.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Wawa Circle 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3642","t":"Polar Explorer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"894","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of this Association, which supports scientific polar research, the study of the impact of climate change and sustainable development.<\/p>\r\n The International Polar Foundation 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3644","t":"Young Flemish 17th Century Nobleman ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"895","body":" Costume presented in connection with a colloquium held at the Museum of Costume and Lace in the City of Brussels and organised by this international Association of textile and fashion museums to mark its 50th anniversary.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Icom Costume Committee 2012","t_s":"17th Century Nobleman "},{"id":"3646","t":"Brotherhood of the Little White Wine of Nogent","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"896","body":" This gastronomic Association champions the wine-growing heritage of the Ile-de-France region, particularly the area around Nogent-sur-Marne, which is known for its petit vin blanc <\/em>(\u00ab little white wine \u00bb), the theme of a popular song written in 1943.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Petit Vin Blanc Little White Wine of Nogent 2012","t_s":"Little White Wine of Nogent"},{"id":"3648","t":"Jamaican","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"897","body":" Costume in the colours of Jamaica, featuring the Rasta style popularized by Bob Marley. It was presented to mark the 50th anniversary of the country\u2019s independence from Great Britain in 1962.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Jamaican Embassy 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3650","t":"Agri Circle","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"898","body":" The \u00ab Agri Circle \u00bb (Cercle Agro<\/em>) is the Association for students of bioengineering at the Free University of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Cercle Agro of the Free University of Brussels 2013","t_s":-1},{"id":"3632","t":"Hard Rock Classic T","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"889","body":" Costume presented to mark the opening of a Hard Rock Caf\u00e9 on the Grand'Place in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Hard Rock Caf\u00e9, Belgium 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3634","t":"Jaguar-Man","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"890","body":" Costume presented to mark Folklorissimo 2012, folklore festivals held in the centre of Brussels, and the National Day of Mexico on 15 September. This commemorates the country\u2019s independence from Spain in 1821. The Jaguar-Man is a central figure in Mexican popular culture. He was one of the gods worshipped by ancient pre-Columbian peoples who lived from 1200-500 BC and inhabited the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific coastline down to southern Costa Rica.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Mexican Embassy 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3636","t":"Referee from the Improvisation League","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"891","body":" Costume presented in connection with a collaboration between this Association and the schools in the City of Brussels. The referee plays an essential role in these famous improvisation matches, which are held in an area made to look like an ice hockey rink and scored according to ice hockey rules. Theatrical improvisation matches were created in Quebec in 1977, to experiment with new forms of theatre and different ways of connecting with the public. It was decided to use sport, by parodying the popular game of ice hockey, as a way of removing the elitism associated with the theatre.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Federation of Amateur Improvisation 2012","t_s":"Improvisation League"},{"id":"3638","t":"A\u00f3 D\u00e0i","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"892","body":" Costume presented in connection with a Week of Vietnamese Culture held in Brussels. The A\u00f3 D\u00e0i<\/em> is the traditional costume typically worn by female students and air hostesses, or for official ceremonies. The male version is only worn on very rare occasions, such as weddings and funerals.<\/p>\r\n The Vietnamese Embassy 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3640","t":"Cheese-Seller from the Middle Ages ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"893","body":" Founded in 1969, this professional Association brings together dairy farmers, producers, processors, cheese ripeners and sales representatives from all over the world. Its members presented this costume to promote Belgian cheeses.<\/p>\r\n The International Guild of Cheese Makers 2012","t_s":"Medieval Cheese-Seller"},{"id":"3622","t":"Elpidio Vald\u00e8s","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"884","body":" Elpidio Vald\u00e8s is a fictitious character who appears in Cuban cartoons and comic strips. He represents the peasants who took part in the wars of independence fought against Spain during the 19th century.<\/p>\r\n The Cuban Embassy 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3624","t":"Zhongshan","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"885","body":" Costume presented to mark the 15th anniversary of the foundation of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People\u2019s Republic of China after the territory, which had been a British colony since 1842, was returned to China. The outfit sums up the character of this modern city, where East meets West: the traditional zhongshan<\/em>, or Sun Yat-Sen jacket, is given a contemporary look, emblazoned with the logo of Hong Kong, a dragon with extending ribbons. It is worn with fashionable black jeans and an iPad, an indispensable accessory in Hong Kong.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3626","t":"National Costume of Montenegro","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"886","body":" Costume presented to mark Montenegro\u2019s National Days, 13 and 14 July, which celebrate the country\u2019s independence from Serbia in 2006.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The National Tourism Association of Montenegro 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3628","t":"Volunteer Soldier in the Brabant Revolution ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"887","body":" Costume presented to mark the 55th anniversary of this folklore Association and its annual participation in the Meyboom procession. This is one of the oldest folklore traditions in Brussels, and involves planting a beech tree in the city centre every year on 9 August (see n\u00b0 295, 515, 674, 811 and 900). The Brabant Revolution of 1789 took place in the Austrian Netherlands during the period between 1787 and 1790. These regions, which later became part of Belgium, were rebelling against the policies of their sovereign, Joseph II, Emperor of Austria.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Company of Ham-sur-Heure 2012","t_s":"Soldier Revolution"},{"id":"3630","t":"Beskap","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"888","body":" Costume presented to mark the 67th anniversary of Indonesia\u2019s independence from the Netherlands, which was proclaimed in 1945 and recognized by the Dutch 4 years later. The Beskap<\/em> is a traditional costume from the region of Yogyakarta on the island of Java, and is worn on important occasions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Indonesian Embassy 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3612","t":"Solidarity Operation 11.11.11","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"879","body":" The National Centre for Development Cooperation is a non-governmental Belgian organisation for international solidarity. Every year it launches an appeal for donations, known as Operation 11.11.11, in order to finance initiatives in Africa, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia. The sponsor for the appeal that year, Belgian fashion designer G\u00e9rald Watelet, created a replica of the outfit he wore as a TV chef on a daily cooking programme.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The CNCD 11.11.11 Association 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3614","t":"Manneken for Solidarity","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"880","body":" Costume designed and made by Belgian fashion designer Aurore Brun and presented to mark World AIDS Day on 1 December. The famous red ribbon,worn as a scarf, is a reminder that it is as important to protect oneself against AIDS as against the winter cold.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The SIDA'SOS Association 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3616","t":"\"Grand conseiller de la Confr\u00e9rie Saint-Etienne\"","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"881","body":" Confr\u00e9rie vinique Saint-Etienne d'Alsace 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3618","t":"Chapan","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"882","body":" Costume presented to mark the 20th anniversary of the country\u2019s independence, proclaimed after the dissolution of the USSR in 1991.A chapan <\/em>is a long winter coat, traditionally worn by men.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3620","t":"Sewage Worker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"883","body":" Costume presented by this company, which is involved in the production and distribution of safe drinking water, on World Water Day (22 March), to raise awareness of water sector professionals, particularly sewage workers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Vivaqua Company 2012","t_s":-1},{"id":"3602","t":"Red Knights Belgium 1","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"874","body":" This motorcycle club, which is exclusive to professional and volunteer firefighters, was created in 2009 and based on the example of an American club.The members\u2019 Association presented this costume to commemorate the firefighters who died following the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York on 11 September 2001.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Red Knights Belgium 1 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3604","t":"Juan Valdez","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"875","body":" This costume symbolizes the cultural landscape of Colombian coffee, which is classed as a world heritage. This includes agricultural land and urban centres in the west of the country, in the foothills of the Andes. It reflects the age-old tradition of growing coffee on small plots of land in mountainous terrain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Belgian-Latin American Association 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3606","t":"Baseball Player","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"876","body":" This is a replica of the outfit worn by the national Belgian baseball team, and was presented to mark the 75th anniversary of the sports Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Belgian Baseball and Softball Federation 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3608","t":"Home Help","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"877","body":" A Titre Service <\/em>is a means of payment subsidized by the State.<\/p>\r\n The ALE \u2013Titres Services Brussels Platform 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3610","t":"Responsible Young Drivers","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"878","body":" Replica of the uniform worn by volunteers from this Belgian road safety association that focuses on young drivers. It was presented to mark the 9th European Night Without Accidents. <\/p>\r\n The Responsible Young Drivers Association 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3592","t":"Parisian Titi ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"870","body":" Costume presented to mark France\u2019s National Day on 14 July.This commemorates the event that started the French Revolution and brought about the end of the absolute monarchy and the society based on hierarchies and privileges. A titi parisien <\/em>is a familiar term primarily used to define a cheeky, street-smart and mischievous Parisian urchin. The meaning has extended to denote an adult from the working-class neighbourhoods of Paris.<\/p>\r\n The French Embassy 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3594","t":"Grand Prince Yaroslav the Wise","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"871","body":" Costume presented to mark the 20th anniversary of Ukraine\u2019s independence, proclaimed after the Soviet Union was dissolved in 1991.Yaroslav the Wise (978-1054) was a Grand Prince of the Medieval State Kyivs\u2019ka Rus<\/em>, or Kievan Rus\u2019, which, from the 9th to the 13th centuries, extended over territory encompassing a large part of present-day Ukraine and Belarus, as well as part of western Russia.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The European Association of Ukrainians 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3598","t":"Gentse Kazuifel","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"872","body":" This costume, which translates as \u201cthe chasuble from Ghent\u201d, is worn by members of this Association, who take pride in the fact that their city also has a Manneken-Pis.The statuette can be admired above the doorway to a restaurant in the city centre. On the original figure, which served as the sign indicating a wine-merchant\u2019s establishment, the child\u2019s penis was hidden by a vine-leaf. This detail was omitted when the sculpture was restored in 1980.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Sosseteit van de Gensche Mannekes Pies Twielink 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3600","t":"Firefighter","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"873","body":" Gala costume presented to mark the 125th anniversary of this professional Association.<\/p>\r\n The Company of the Volunteer Firefighters of Herquegies 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3582","t":"Hip Hop \u2013 Manneken Peace","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"865","body":" Costume presented to publicize Hip Hop, a music genre characterized by a rhythm accompanied by rap vocals and singing, which developed in the USA as a cultural and artistic movement in the early 1970s. Originating from the black and Latino ghettos of New York, it spread rapidly throughout the country, and later throughout the world.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Prohib\u00e9 \u2013 Souterrain Productions 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3584","t":"Jester from the Laughter Festival of Rochefort","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"866","body":" Costume presented to mark the 30th anniversary of this arts event, whose emblem is a jester.<\/p>\r\n The Association of the International Laughter Festival of Rochefort 2011","t_s":"Festival of Rochefort"},{"id":"3586","t":"Biloute","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"867","body":" Every year this Association organises the Messines folkore festival (Ducasse<\/em>) in Mons in the Walloon Region. The origins of this popular cultural event date back to the Middle Ages. Biloute,<\/em> which means \u201cfriend\u201d in the ch\u2019ti <\/em>dialect of northern France and in the Walloon language, is one of the traditional carnival giants of northern France and Belgium, who feature in the carnival processions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Association of the Heritage and Traditions of Messines 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3588","t":"Candombe","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"868","body":" Costume presented to mark National Candombe Day. This is a Uruguayan music genre recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. It is based on rhythms originating from present-day regions of Angola, which were brought to Latin America by slaves in the 17th century.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Dombe de Bruselas Association 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3590","t":"Lieutenant in the African Infantry","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"869","body":" Uniform from the Second French Empire (1852-1870). The Congolese Company is one of the Associations that take part in the military folklore march of Saint-Feuillien at Fosses-la-Ville. This procession, which was created in the 16th century, is organised in honour of Saint Foillan (Feuillien in French), a 7th century Irish monk who came to Belgium as a missionary and founded the abbey of Fosses-la-Ville.The procession is one of the Marches of the Entre Sambre-et-Meuse in the Walloon Region, a series of traditional walks that take place from May to October. They are dedicated to particular saints and accompanied by an armed escort.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Society of the Congolese Companyof Fosses-la-Ville 2011","t_s":"African Infantry"},{"id":"3572","t":"112","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"861","body":" Costume presented in connection with a campaign intended to familiarize citizens with a little-known emergency call number unique to Europe, 112.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The European Emergency Number Association 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3574","t":"Sumadija ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"860","body":" Traditional costume from the region of Sumadija in central Serbia. It was presented in connection with Serbia\u2019s participation in the Brussels Holiday Fair.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Serbian Embassy 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3576","t":"Irish Fisherman","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"862","body":" Costume presented on Saint Patrick\u2019s Day, a Christian feast-day celebrating the Patron Saint of Ireland on 17 March. Saint Patrick came to Ireland as a missionary, where he explained the concept of the Holy Trinity \u2212 God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Ghost \u2212 using a shamrock, which became the symbol of Ireland.<\/p>\r\n The Irish Embassy 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3578","t":"Golfer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"863","body":"This folklore and sports association brings together former hockey players who have converted to golf. For its 20th anniversary, a costume was given to the Manneken-Pis and a golf tournament was organised. \"Crabs PGA\" association 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3580","t":"Student at ECSEDI-Isalt","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"864","body":" Costume presented to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this higher institute, which trains administrative assistants in the tourism sector, and is situated in the centre of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Department of Economics at the Haute Ecole Galil\u00e9e 2011","t_s":-1},{"id":"3562","t":"Castellers of Vilafranca ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"855","body":" Costume presented to mark the 80th anniversary of this Association, which champions the traditions of Catalonia. Castellers <\/em>are groups that form human towers, or \u201ccastles\u201d, known as castells <\/em>in Catal\u00e0n.<\/p>\r\n The Casal Catal\u00e0 Association 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3564","t":"Belgian Paralympic Athlete","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"856","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of the committee.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Belgian Paralympic Committee 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3566","t":"Surfrider","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"857","body":" Costume presented to mark the 20th anniversary of this Association, which contributes to protecting and promoting oceans and the marine environment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Surfrider Foundation Europe 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3568","t":"Romania - traditional costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"859","body":" Costume presented to mark Romania\u2019s National Day on 1 December. This commemorates the culmination of the process of unifying the territories which from 1918 have formed the country as it is today. The Calusarul<\/em> is a dance exclusively performed by men, which originated from a pagan rite intended to bring luck, good health and happiness. Its name derives from Calus<\/em>, meaning the dance of the man-horse.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Romanian Embassy 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3570","t":"Masuis and Cotelis","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"858","body":" Costume worn by 18th century peasants on Sundays and feast-days, presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this folklore Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n .<\/p>\r\n The Frairie des Masuis et Cotelis Jambois 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3552","t":"G\u00fceg\u00fcense","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"850","body":" Costume worn by El G\u00fceg\u00fcense<\/em>, the main character in the traditional satirical play of the same name, which symbolizes American Indians\u2019 resistance to the Spanish colonizers and, by extension, their resistance to power.While feigning servility, El G\u00fceg\u00fcense mocks and plays pranks to undermine his master\u2019s authority. The play was proclaimed a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2005.<\/p>\r\n The Nicaraguan Embassy 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3554","t":"Amazonian Indian","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"851","body":" A symbol of the indigenous peoples inhabiting the tropical rainforest, this costume was presented in connection with Brazil\u2019s participation in the Folklore Festivals held in the centre of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Belgian-Latin American Association 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3556","t":"Brotherhood of the Tarte Crastof\u00e9 of Ittre","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"852","body":" The tarte au crastof\u00e9 <\/em>is a speciality of Ittre, a town in the Walloon Region. Based on fromage blanc<\/em>, the recipe for the tart is a secret known only to the members of the Brotherhood.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Tarte Crastof\u00e9 of Ittre 2010","t_s":"Brotherhood Tarte Crastof\u00e9 "},{"id":"3558","t":"Vraka","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"853","body":" Traditional Cypriot man\u2019s costume presented in connection with the exhibition entitled \"Manneken-Pis: An Outstanding European Brusseler\", organised by the City of Brussels Museum. On this occasion, the City of Brussels asked the Cypriot Embassy to provide Manneken-Pis with a new outfit, so that every member country in the European Union would be represented in the display.<\/p>\r\n The Cypriot Embassy 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3560","t":"Brotherhood of the Wine-Growers of Orl\u00e9ans-Cl\u00e9ry","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"854","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of this wine-producers\u2019 Association.<\/p>\r\n Brotherhood of the Wine-Growers of Orl\u00e9ans-Cl\u00e9ry 2010","t_s":"Brotherhood Wine-Growers "},{"id":"3542","t":"Country-Dweller from Luxembourg","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"845","body":" Costume made up of elements in the colours of the national flag of Luxembourg. It was presented in connection with the exhibition entitled \"Manneken-Pis: An Outstanding European Brusseler\", organised by the City of Brussels Museum. On this occasion, the City of Brussels asked the Embassy of Luxembourg to present Manneken-Pis with a new costume, so that every member country in the European Union would be represented in the display.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of Luxembourg 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3544","t":"European Union","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"846","body":" Costume symbolizing the European Union. It was presented in connection with the exhibition entitled \"Manneken-Pis: An Outstanding European Brusseler\", organized by the City of Brussels Museum. On this occasion, the City of Brussels also asked the Embassies of the countries from which Manneken-Pis had no costume to present him with a new outfit, so that every member country in the European Union would be represented in the display.<\/p>\r\n Herman Van Rompuy \u2013 President of the European Union 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3546","t":"Uncle Sam","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"847","body":" Costume presented to mark America\u2019s Independence Day on 4 July. It commemorates the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain in 1776. Uncle Sam is an iconic character who symbolizes the United States. \"Yes, we can\"<\/em> was the slogan used by Barack Obama during his victorious Presidential Election campaign in 2008.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of the United States of America 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3548","t":"Mayor of the Free Municipality of the Il\u00f4t Sacr\u00e9","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"848","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this Association, which has been organising folklore festivals in the centre of Brussels since 1960. The Il\u00f4t Sacr\u00e9<\/em>, which attracts many tourists, is situated in the historic heart of Brussels, around the Rue des Bouchers<\/em> and the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Association of the Free Municipality of the Il\u00f4t Sacr\u00e9 2010","t_s":"Mayor of the Il\u00f4t Sacr\u00e9"},{"id":"3550","t":"Marine","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"849","body":" Western Pomerania is a coastal administrative region in north-west Poland. Bordered to the north by the Baltic Sea and to the west by Germany, its main source of revenue is the maritime sector.<\/p>\r\n The Region of Western Pomerania 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3532","t":"Panda","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"840","body":" Costume presented in connection with China\u2019s World Fair, Expo 2010, held in Shanghai. On 7 June the event highlighted the city of Chengdu,which features a sanctuary for the country\u2019s iconic pandas.<\/p>\r\n The Information Office of Chengdu 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3534","t":"Tai Chi Chuan","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"841","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the visit to Brussels by the Grand Master of Tai Chi Chuan, Chen Zheng Lei.<\/p>\r\n Henan Chen Zheng Lei Tai Chi Culture 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3536","t":"Traditional Congolese Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"842","body":" Costume presented to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which had been a Belgian colony until 1960.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3538","t":"Knight of Malta","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"843","body":" Costume presented in connection with the exhibition entitled \"Manneken-Pis: An Outstanding European Brusseler\", organised by the City of Brussels Museum. On this occasion, the City of Brussels asked the Embassy of Malta to present Manneken-Pis with a new costume, so that every member country in the European Union would be represented in the display. In 1530 Charles V granted the Islands of Malta to the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem.This was an order of soldier-monks founded in Jerusalem during the Crusades in around 1100, for the defence of the Crusader States in the Holy Land.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of Malta 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3540","t":"Sports Outfit","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"844","body":" Sint-Michielscollege 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3522","t":"Player with Athletic Bilbao","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"835","body":" This is the costume of Spain\u2019s second oldest football club, which was founded in 1898. It was presented by the club formed by its supporters who live in Brussels, Pe\u00f1a 1-7 de Bruselas<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n The Athletic Bilbao Football Club 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3524","t":"Academic Dress of the ISIMs","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"836","body":" Costume presented by the Association of students of the Institut sup\u00e9rieur d\u2019Ing\u00e9nieurs<\/em> (\u201cThe Higher Institute of Engineering\u201d) of the city of Mons, situated in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The ISIMs Circle of the Festivals of Mons 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3526","t":"Boy from Slavonia","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"837","body":" Traditional costume of Slavonia, a region in eastern Croatia, presented on the occasion of a visit to Brussels by representatives from this university.<\/p>\r\n The Centre for Traditional Culture at the Dubrava People\u2019s University 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3528","t":"Mougneux d\u2019Coutches ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"838","body":" This folklore group promotes thetraditional couque<\/em>, a hard biscuit containing honey made in the city of Dinant in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Mougneux d\u2019Coutches Association 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3530","t":"Francisco de Goya y Lucientes","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"839","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the visit to Brussels by the Mayor of Zaragoza, a city in northern Spain. It was there that the famous painter Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828) began his art studies.<\/p>\r\n Zaragoza Global 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3512","t":"Backpacker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"830","body":" Costume presented to mark the publication of the Guide to Brussels as part of this famous collection of travel guides.<\/p>\r\n Guide du Routard, Editions Hachette 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3514","t":"Companion of Beaujolais","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"831","body":" Costume presented to mark the official release of that year\u2019s Beaujolais Nouveau<\/em>.This new wine is authorised for sale immediately following the vinification process. It is put on sale throughout the world every year on the third Thursday in November.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Companions of Beaujolais 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3516","t":"Captain, Brussels Airlines","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"832","body":" Costume of an airline Captain, presented together with a steward\u2019s tie, to commemorate Brussels Airlines\u2019 membership of Star Alliance, a network of airline companies (see n\u00b0 69 and 732).<\/p>\r\n The Brussels Airlines Aviation Company 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3518","t":"Water Skiing","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"833","body":" Costume presented to celebrate this sports Association\u2019s 63rd international Congress, as well as the title won by a Belgian participant in the WorldWater Ski Championships held in Taiwan.<\/p>\r\n The Royal Belgian Water Ski Federation 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3520","t":"Manneken-Pis en Pelotas","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"834","body":" Costume presented when this fashion house took part in the exhibition entitled 20 Creations for Europe, which was held in Brussels\u2019s City Hall. This original design is based on a traditional Spanish expression Ir en Pelotas<\/em> (literally \u201cto be in balls\u201d), which means \u201cto be naked\u201d.<\/p>\r\n Agatha Ruiz de la Prada 2010","t_s":-1},{"id":"3502","t":"Giacomo Casanova","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"826","body":" Costume of the famous Venetian diplomat, writer and librarian, who became a household name thanks to his talents as a seducer of women. It was presented on the occasion of the first visit to Brussels made by this carnival Association, which celebrates Venice\u2019s world-renowned carnival every year.<\/p>\r\n The Florimonde Florine Association and its Costumed Venetian Friends 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3504","t":"Traditional Costume of Ecuador","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"827","body":" Costume presented in connection with the annual Folklore Festivals held in the centre of Brussels. The Belgian Latin-American Association, a cultural organisation, was invited to represent Ecuador at this event.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Latin-American Association 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3506","t":"Piche Cacaye","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"828","body":" Carnival costume from the town of Bastogne in the Walloon Region, presented by this folklore Association on the occasion of a Festival of Friendship held in Brussels and organised by the Order of the Friends of Manneken-Pis. In the local dialect, the term Piche Cacaye<\/em> refers to a cheeky type of child, a \u201crascal\u201d.<\/p>\r\n The Piche Cacayes of Bastogne 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3510","t":"SADC","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"829","body":" The initials SADC stand for the Southern African Development Community, an organisation created to promote the economic development of countries situated south of the equatorial rain forests of Africa.<\/p>\r\n Committee of Ambassadors of Member Countries of the SADC 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3492","t":"Street Sweeper, Public Cleaning Services","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"822","body":" Costume presented to mark the first Cleanliness Day in the City of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The City of Brussels 2009","t_s":"Street Sweeper"},{"id":"3494","t":"Pierke Pirlala","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"823","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of this cultural institution. Pierke Pirlala<\/em>, a character from the local puppet theatre for adults, satirizes the town\u2019s important figures.<\/p>\r\n The \u2019t Spelleke van Drie Kluiten Theatre 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3496","t":"Common Task","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"824","body":" Costume presented in connection with a procession through the streets of Brussels involving 150 Polish people dressed in gold suits.This social sculpture, as it is sometimes known, was created by the artist Pawel Althamer and entitled 'Common Task'<\/em>. It commemorated Poland\u2019s 20 years of independence and the fall of Communism in Central Europe. For the artist, gold symbolizes communication, knowledge, harmony, change and the future.<\/p>\r\n The Polish Embassy in Brussels 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3498","t":"Organ maker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"821","body":" Costume presented in connection with an exhibition devoted to this Association, which comprises all those responsible for planning organ recitals in Brussels. In the19th century the city played an important role in developing French and Belgian organ schools.<\/p>\r\n The Brussels and its Organs Association 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3500","t":"Grand Dignitary of the Brotherhood of Leffe ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"825","body":" Costume presented in connection with the annual Folklore Festivals held in the centre of Brussels. This folklore and gastronomic Association champions the traditions of the Leffe district, home to the famous beer. It forms part of the city of Dinant, which is situated in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of Leffe 2009","t_s":"Brotherhood of Leffe"},{"id":"3482","t":"Capoeira","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"798","body":" Costume presented to mark the first Biennial of the Plastic Arts of Brazil in Brussels. Capoeira <\/em>is an Afro-Brazilian martial art.<\/p>\r\n The Biennial of the Plastic Arts of Brazil in Brussels 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3484","t":"The Friends of Beer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"797","body":" The Friends of Beer \u2013 Ghilde des Eswards Cervoisiers 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3486","t":"Saint-Feuillien Brotherhood of Roeulx ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"796","body":" This gastronomic association promotes Saint-Feuillien beer, which is brewed in the small town of Le Roeulx in the Walloon Region, using the top fermentation method.<\/p>\r\n The Saint-Feuillien Brotherhood of Roeulx 2007","t_s":"Saint-Feuillien Brotherhood"},{"id":"3488","t":"Traditional Costume in Suede ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"819","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a visit to Brussels by an official delegation from the region around the town of Haining, where the leather industry makes an important contribution to the local economy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Municipality of Haining 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3490","t":"UNICEF","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"820","body":" Costume presented to mark the launch of the \"Let\u2019s Save 4 Million Children\" campaign, which stressed the importance of hygienic practices, and guaranteeing access to clean drinking water and sanitation facilities.<\/p>\r\n UNICEF Belgium 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3472","t":"Scottish Kilt","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"803","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of Saint Andrew\u2019s Day, Scotland\u2019s National Day, which is celebrated on 30 November. <\/p>\r\n Mr. Alyn Smith, MEP 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3474","t":"Michel Polnareff","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"802","body":" Madame H\u00e9l\u00e8ne Nezer, a fan of the singer. 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3476","t":"Warmia-Masuria Region ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"801","body":" Traditional costume presented in connection with an initiative promoting the region of Warmia-Masuria in north-eastern Poland.<\/p>\r\n The Regional Office of Warmia-Masuria in Brussels 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3478","t":"Traditional Chilean Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"800","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of Chile\u2019s National Day on 18 September. This commemorates the proclamation of the First Government Junta in 1810, marking the beginning of the process that led to the country\u2019s independence from Spain.<\/p>\r\n The Chilean Embassy 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3480","t":"Diver","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"799","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Belgian Federation of Underwater Research and Activity 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3462","t":"Master in Business Association","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"808","body":" Students at the Solvay Business School 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3464","t":"Fula","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"807","body":" Traditional outfit presented in connection with World Milk Day, which was established by the United Nations.The Fula, or Fulani, are traditionally pastoral, nomadic people from West Africa. The Association aims to draw attention to the conditions in which milk is produced in developing countries and promote international solidarity among the Belgian public, as well as emphasize the importance of supporting the African dairy sector through small-scale and family farming.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Veterinarians Without Borders 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3466","t":"California Band","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"806","body":" Costume worn by the marching band of the University of California\u2019s famous Berkeley Campus. It was presented in connection with the 50th anniversary of the Brussels World Fair of 1958, where the band performed.<\/p>\r\n The University of California Marching Band, Berkeley Campus 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3468","t":"Guild of Saint Christopher","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"805","body":" Costume presented to mark the 20th anniversary of this gastronomic brotherhood. This outfit is a copy of the one worn by the 13th century coloured wooden statue of Saint Christopher that stands in the church at Racour in the province of Li\u00e8ge in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Guild of Saint Christopher 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3470","t":"Panno Casentino","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"804","body":" Panno casentino<\/em> is a refined fabric made of ewe\u2019s wool. This traditional product dates from the Middle Ages and is produced in the Casentino Valley, which lies 50 kilometres west of Florence, in Tuscany.<\/p>\r\n The Association of Tuscans in Brussels 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3452","t":"Muixeranga","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"813","body":" The Muixeranga <\/em>is the name given to the street dances, human pyramids and acrobatics that originated from the Spanish city of Valencia and which still take place in Algemes\u00ed.<\/p>\r\n The Municipality of Algemes\u00ed 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3454","t":"Uniform of the Corps of Destroyers and Sailors ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"812","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of this Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Friends of the Marine Section of the Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and of Military History 2008","t_s":"Corps of Destroyers and Sailors "},{"id":"3456","t":"Companion of Saint Laurence","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"811","body":" Costume presented in connection with the 700th anniversary of the Meyboom. One of Brussels\u2019soldest folklore traditions, it involves planting a beech tree in the city centre every year on 9 August (see n\u00b0 295, 515, 674, 887 and 900).<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Companions of Saint Laurence 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3458","t":"Quebec","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"810","body":" Costume created by the Quebecois fashion designer Yves-Jean Lacasse and presented to mark the 400th anniversary of the founding of Quebec City.<\/p>\r\n The General Delegation of the Government of Quebec in Brussels 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3460","t":"Traditional Indonesian Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"809","body":" Costume presented to mark Indonesia\u2019s National Day on 17 August. as Independence Day, it commemorates the country\u2019s independence from the Netherlands. This was proclaimed immediately after the Second World War in 1945 and recognized by the Netherlands in 1949.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3442","t":"Dentist","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"818","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this professional Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Association of the Dentists of the Free University of Brussels 2009","t_s":-1},{"id":"3444","t":"Braille League ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"817","body":" Costume of a blind schoolchild presented to mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille<\/em> (1809-1852), the Frenchman who invented the reading system comprising raised dots that is used by the blind or visually-impaired.<\/p>\r\n The Braille League 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3446","t":"World Diabetes Day","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"816","body":" The International Diabetes Federation 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3448","t":"Limotche trainer ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"815","body":" An imaginary horned creature, the limotche<\/em> is part of the local folklore of the Basse-Sambre, a geophysical region situated between the cities of Charleroi and Namur in the Walloon Region. According to the legend, a farmhand, seeking revenge for having been dismissed, disguised himself as an extraordinary looking cow one night and destroyed all the hay bales. He was unmasked and condemned by the villagers to be pursued by the angry farmers every year. The trainer\u2019s job is to restrain this fictitious creature with a rope.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Limotche Societies of Aisemont, Bambois, Hauvent, Le Roux, Presles and Vitrival 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3450","t":"Jebba","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"814","body":" Costume presented in connection with the annual Folklore Festivals held in the centre of Brussels. That year, Tunisia was the guest of honour.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Embassy of Tunisia 2008","t_s":-1},{"id":"3432","t":"Regional Costume of Krakow","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"792","body":" Costume presented in connection with an initiative to promote the Malopolska Region. Its capital is Krakow, Poland\u2019s second city.<\/p>\r\n The Malopolska Regional Office in Brussels 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3434","t":"Traditional Moldovan Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"793","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a visit to Brussels by the President of Moldova.<\/p>\r\n The Moldovan Embassy 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3436","t":"Palou","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"794","body":" Costume presented in connection with the \"Let\u2019s Tame the Sun\" campaign, created to raise awareness of skin cancer prevention. The hero of a children\u2019s story, Palou is a little boy who wanted to make friends with the sun. He invites children to discover ways to reduce the risks of exposure to the sun's rays.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Ministry of Health of the French Community of Belgium 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3438","t":"Traditional Ukrainian Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"795","body":" Costume presented to mark Ukraine\u2019s National Day on 24 August. This commemorates the country\u2019s independence in 1991, following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.<\/p>\r\n The European Association of Ukrainians 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3440","t":"Ash\u00e1ninka Indian ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"776","body":" Costume presented to mark the National Day of Peru on 28 July, which celebrates the country\u2019s independence from Spain in 1821.The Ash\u00e1ninka, also spelt Ash\u00e1ninca, are the largest indigenous group in the Peruvian Amazon.<\/p>\r\n The Peruvian Embassy 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3422","t":"Kasai Dignitary","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"787","body":" Costume presented to mark the 5th edition of Africa-Tervueren, <\/em>an event devoted to contemporary African cultural and artistic expression; its theme that year was clothing. Kasai is a geophysical region in the centre of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Museum for Central Africa, Tervueren 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3424","t":"Saint-Feuillen Brotherhood of Fosses-la-Ville","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"788","body":" Folklore Association in honour of Saint Foillan (Feuillen <\/em>in French), a 7th century Irish monk who came to Belgium as a missionary and founded the abbey of Fosses-la-Ville. He was later canonized.<\/p>\r\n The Saint-Feuillen Brotherhood of Fosses-la-Ville 2007","t_s":"Saint-Feuillen Brotherhood"},{"id":"3426","t":"Portugal - folklore costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"789","body":"This outfit was offered to commemorate the Carnation Revolution of 25th April 1974. Emma\u00fcs Portuguese Community non-profit organisation (Brussels) 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3428","t":"Clown","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"790","body":" Costume presented in connection with the exhibition entitled \"The Glory Days of the Cirque Royale\", a retrospective devoted to the history of the Cirque Royale, an entertainment venue inaugurated in 1878.<\/p>\r\n Monsieur Albert Vermeiren and Monsieur Philippe De Rouck 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3430","t":"Fair Trade","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"791","body":" Costume presented in connection with the Brussels Fair Trade Parade, the event that brought the 9th World Conference of the International Fair Trade Association to a close. This organisation is dedicated to achieving more equitable trading between the Global North and the Global South. All the elements of the outfit originated from fair trade.<\/p>\r\n Association of Oxfam Shops Throughout the World 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3412","t":"Regional Costume of Kashubia","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"782","body":" Costume presented in connection with the European Week of Regions and Cities. The Parliament of the Region of Pomerania declared 2006 to be the Year of the Kashubians. Kashubia is a historic region in Poland; its language and some of its traditions have endured to this day.<\/p>\r\n The President of the Parliament of Pomerania 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3414","t":"Brotherhood of the Chaussons and Moinette of Ellezelles ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"783","body":" Costume presented in connection with an exhibition devoted to Jacques Vandewattyne, known as Watkyne, an artist who championed the Pays des Collines<\/em>, a hilly area in the Walloon Region. The chausson<\/em> is a puff-pastry turnover containing a mixture made of curd cheese, sugar and eggs. Moinette<\/em> is a beer made using the top fermentation method, refermented in the bottle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Chaussons and Moinette of Ellezelles and The Friends of Watkyne 2006","t_s":"Chaussons and Moinette "},{"id":"3416","t":"Light Aircraft Pilot","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"784","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of two units of Wing Heli, the 17th and 18th multi-role helicopter squadrons. Wing Heli was a helicopter wing in the Air Component of the Belgian Armed Forces, and based at Bierset in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n Wing H\u00e9li Bierset 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3418","t":"Traditional Bulgarian Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"785","body":" Costume presented to mark the country\u2019s membership of the European Union on 1 January. This costume is worn by children on New Year\u2019s Day, when they bless their parents with their sourvaknitsas, <\/em>decorated branches of cornel-wood.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Bulgarian Embassy 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3420","t":"Carnival of Oruro ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"786","body":" Costume worn for the Diablada<\/em>, a traditional dance performed by the inhabitants of the high Andean plateaux of Bolivia. Created for evangelical purposes, it represents the confrontation between satanic and angelic forces. This dance traditionally opens the Carnival of Oruro, and was recognized as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2001.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Bolivian Residents in Belgium 2007","t_s":-1},{"id":"3402","t":"Gastronomic Brotherhood of the Charleroi Area","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"777","body":" The city of Charleroi is situated in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Gastronomic Brotherhood of the Charleroi Area 2006","t_s":"Gastronomic Order Charleroi"},{"id":"3404","t":"Brotherhood of the Franc Tour de Nostre Damme de Ciney ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"778","body":" Costume presented in connection with the festivities celebrating the millenium of the town of Ciney in the Walloon Region and the 35th anniversary of the gastronomic Association that promotes its specialities.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Franc Tour de Nostre Damme de Ciney 2006","t_s":"Franc Tour Ciney "},{"id":"3406","t":"Pierrot from Arlon","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"779","body":" This folklore Association was created after the Second World War by the shopkeepers from a street in the town of Arlon, which is situated in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Association of the Pierrots from Arlon 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3408","t":"Art en Marge ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"780","body":" Costume created by the artist Pascal Tassini from Li\u00e8ge,who has Down\u2019s Syndrome, and presented on the Association\u2019s (\u00ab Art on the Margins \u00bb) 20th anniversary.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Art en Marge Association 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3410","t":"Volunteer of Brussels 1830","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"781","body":" Costume presented to mark the 175th anniversary of the Belgian Royal Family, and the swearing-in of King L\u00e9opold I. Every year this folklore Association takes part in the events commemorating the Belgian Revolution, which have been organised by the City of Brussels since 1880.<\/p>\r\n The Volunteers of Brussels 1830 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3392","t":"Ice Hockey","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"771","body":" Costume presented when the World Ice Hockey Championships were held in Riga.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The City of Riga 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3394","t":"Merchant Navy Cadet ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"772","body":" The Mercator, named after the famous geographer Gerardus Mercator, who invented Mercator projection maps, <\/strong>was the Belgian Merchant Navy\u2019s fifth training vessel. Every year between 1932 and 1961, about fifty apprentice officers were trained during four-month winter voyages in the Atlantic, followed by three-month summer crossings. The ship was put in dock, first in Antwerp and then in Ostend; it has since become a tourist attraction and receives around 130,000 visitors every year.<\/p>\r\n The Mercator Training Vessel 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3396","t":"Turkey - traditional costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"774","body":" Turkish Union of Belgium 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3398","t":"Satcheu","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"775","body":" The term satcheu<\/em> refers to an occupation which no longer exists in Belgium, involving workers towing canal boats along using their arm strength alone. Satcher<\/em> means \u00ab to pull \u00bb in the local dialect spoken in the area around Estaimpuis in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Municipality of Estaimpuis 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3400","t":"Climate Change","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"773","body":" The European Commission 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3382","t":"Traditional Georgian Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"766","body":" Costume presented to mark the 2nd anniversary of the Rose Revolution. In November 2003 this peaceful revolution culminated in the ousting of the President, Eduard Shevardnadze, who had ruled Georgia, in the Caucasus region, since 1992. His government was accused of corruption and denounced for jeopardizing the country\u2019s economy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Friends of Georgia 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3384","t":"Baron Vadrouille","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"391","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of this folklore and carnival association, named after the operetta Les Barons en vadrouille<\/em> (\u00ab The Wandering Barons \u00bb), which its members had seen during a short stay in Paris.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Society of the Barons Vadrouilles 1985","t_s":-1},{"id":"3386","t":"Crossage Player","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"769","body":" Considered to be the forerunner of golf, crossage is a sport whose origins date from over 500 years ago, and it is still practised in southern Belgium and northern France. It is played with a crosse,<\/em> which consists of a wooden handle inserted into a tip made of wood or metal, which is used to propel a projectile onto a target or into a keg.<\/p>\r\n The Chi\u00e8vres Tourist Office 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3388","t":"Armailli ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"768","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a chapter held by this folklore and gastronomic Association. A chapter is an assembly of members of a brotherhood, who have come together to promote and honour individuals.An armailli <\/em>is a shepherd in the Swiss Alps and the ma\u00eetre<\/em>-(\u00ab master \u00bb) armailli <\/em>oversees the making of cheese in the alpine pastures where herds of cows spend the summer months. They arrive in May and stay there until September or October, when they are taken back down to the valleys.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Gruy\u00e8re 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3390","t":"Rotary Club Breughel Brussels ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"770","body":" Costume presented to mark the 100th anniversary of this Association, which is a member of Rotary International, an international benevolent service club.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Rotary Club Breughel Brussels 2006","t_s":-1},{"id":"3372","t":"W\u00e8g van Brussel !","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"761","body":" Costume presented in connection with the W\u00e8g van Brussel <\/em>! initiative held in Mol. Every year, this itinerant project organised by Onthaal en Promotie Brussel <\/em>(\u00ab Brussels :Welcome and Promotion \u00bb), plans multiple cultural events (exhibitions, concerts, gatherings, etc.) that take place in Brussels and a Flemish city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Municipality of Mol 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3374","t":"Modo Bruxellae-CL\/JP Originals","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"762","body":" Costume designed and made by Carine Lauwers, the winner of the Modo Bruxellae 1997 competition. It was presented to mark the inauguration of Manneken-Pis\u2019s Dressing Room in the City of Brussels Museum, a new presentation of some of the costumes in the wardrobe belonging to the famous statuette. The Modo Bruxellae award is given every year to a young fashion designer established in the Brussels-Capital Region.<\/p>\r\n The Modo Bruxellae Association 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3376","t":"Modo Bruxellae-Own","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"763","body":" Costume designed and made by Own, the winner of the Modo Bruxellae 2000 competition. It was presented to mark the inauguration of Manneken-Pis\u2019s Dressing Room in the City of Brussels Museum, a new presentation of some of the costumes in the wardrobe belonging to the famous statuette. The Modo Bruxellae award is given every year to a young designer established in the Brussels-Capital Region.<\/p>\r\n The Modo Bruxellae Association 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3378","t":"Modo Bruxellae-Marina Yee","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"764","body":" Costume designed and made by Marina Yee, the winner of the Modo Bruxellae 2003 competition. It was presented to mark the inauguration of Manneken-Pis\u2019s Dressing Room in the City of Brussels Museum, a new presentation of some of the costumes in the wardrobe belonging to the famous statuette. The Modo Bruxellae award is given every year to a young designer established in the Brussels-Capital Region.<\/p>\r\n The Modo Bruxellae Association 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3380","t":"Junior Eurovision Song Contest","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"765","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the visit to Brussels made by young singers from 17 European countries who were taking part in the song contest, held that year in Hasselt, in the Flemish Region.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3362","t":"Goliath Giant of Ath ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"757","body":" Part of the folkore traditions of Belgium and northern France, Giants are enormous figures which represent real or fictitious characters. Following a ritual dating from the Medieval period, they are carried along the streets and dance during carnivals, flea markets, fetes, fairs and other celebrations. Goliath, the giant of the crossbowmen, made his first appearance in the 15th century. He is now the symbol of Ath, a small town in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Athois Circle of Brussels 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3364","t":"Ob\u00e9lix","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"758","body":" Created in 1961, Ob\u00e9lix is a fictitious character in the Ast\u00e9rix<\/em> comic book series by Ren\u00e9 Goscinny and Albert Uderzo. He is Ast\u00e9rix\u2019s best friend and accompanies him on all his adventures, except for the first, Ast\u00e9rix the Gaul<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n Editions Albert Ren\u00e9 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3366","t":"Laundryman from Auderghem","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"759","body":" Auderghem is one of the 19 municipalities in the Brussels-Capital Region. Its laundry industry was the main source of income for its inhabitants until the end of the Second World War.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Artisan Association of Creation and Tradition 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3368","t":"Saint Nicholas","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"767","body":" Saint Nicholas\u2019s Day is a feast-day dedicated to Nicholas of Myra. In many European countries this is traditionally celebrated on 6 December, with customs differing according to region. A common feature of the celebrations involves giving children presents and sweets.<\/p>\r\n\r\n It is a vivid tradition in Belgium.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Friends of Manneken-Pis 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3370","t":"Night Student","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"760","body":" Costume presented in connection with the Nuit Blanche<\/em> (\u00ab Sleepless Night \u00bb), on the occasion of a Night University organised by the Parliament of Brussels to discuss the theme of the night and how it is managed by the public authorities. La Nuit Blanche<\/em> is a free-of-charge cultural and festive nocturnal event. Every year since 2005, contemporary artistic creations of every type, such as performances, installations, screenings and other innovative art forms, are on show in different public areas.<\/p>\r\n La Nuit Blanche 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3352","t":"Small Bather","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"752","body":" Bruxelles-les-Bains<\/em> (\u00ab Brussels Beach \u00bb) is a summer event that has been organised by the City of Brussels since 2003. Every year, during a period panning July and August, games and sports activities take place along the banks of the Canal de Bruxelles near Place Sainctelette, which are transformed into sandy beaches with palm trees and grassy areas. This event was largely inspired by the Paris Plages<\/em> (\u00ab Paris Beaches \u00bb) event in France.<\/p>\r\n Bruxelles-les-Bains 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3354","t":"Order of Mary of Hungary ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"753","body":" The aim of this Association is to reward any individuals who honour the Town of Binche in the Walloon Region, by granting them the title of Knight of the Order of Mary of Hungary. It is also dedicated to promoting the Town of Binche and contributing to its prosperity. The sister of Charles V and Governor of the Spanish Netherlands from 1531 to 1555, Mary of Hungary (1505-1558) was fond of this small town.<\/p>\r\n The Association of the Order of Mary of Hungary 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3356","t":"Pag\u00e8s eivissenc","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"754","body":" Costume of a citizen of Ibiza presented in order to promote the island\u2019s traditions, culture and gastronomy, thereby attracting Belgian tourists.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n A Delegation from the Balearic Islands 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3358","t":"White Band Day","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"755","body":" Costume inspired by the traditional dress of small West African boys and presented to mark the first White Band Day. Established to raise awareness of world poverty, this international day is organizsed on the initiative of Global Call to Action against Poverty (GCAP), and its symbol is a white ribbon. Founded in the United States in 1945, Care International is one of the largest, non-governmental humanitarian Associations.<\/p>\r\n Care International 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3360","t":"Solidarnosc","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"756","body":" Costume worn by shipyard workers in Gdansk and presented to mark the 25th anniversary of Solidarno\u015bc<\/em> (the Polish word for \u00ab solidarity \u00bb). This Federation of Trade Unions was founded in 1980 and played a key role in opposing the regime of the Polish People\u2019s Republic.<\/p>\r\n The Polish Cultural Centre in Brussels 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3342","t":"Mountches","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"747","body":" The Festival of the Mountches <\/em>(\u00ab little monks \u00bb in the Walloon dialect), is a traditional nocturnal procession in honour of Saint Nicholas that takes place in Warneton, a small town in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Comines-Warneton Tourist Office 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3344","t":"Footballer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"748","body":" Founded in 1897, the Royale Union Saint-Gilloise is one of the most decorated clubs in the history of Belgian football. Its most successful period was before the Second World War, when the club became popularly known as Union 60, following a famous series of 60 consecutive matches which saw it unbeaten between 1933 and 1935.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royale Union Saint-Gilloise 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3346","t":"Lord of M\u00e9rode","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"749","body":" Costume of a historic figure from this small town in the Flemish Region, presented in connection with the Dimpnadagen<\/em>. These events,which are organised every five years, commemorate the history and traditions of the locality, particularly Saint Dymphna, the Patron Saint of the town and those suffering from psychological illnesses.<\/p>\r\n The Town of Geel 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3348","t":"Archer of Saint Denis ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"750","body":" Costume of one of the folklore associations perpetuating the memory of the societies of archers and crossbowmen, who maintained public order and defended communities up to the 17th century.<\/p>\r\n The Royal Society of Saint Denis 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3350","t":"Footballer from Gij\u00f3n ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"751","body":" The Gij\u00f3n Football Club 2005","t_s":-1},{"id":"3332","t":"La Str\u00e8me Brotherhood of the Li\u00e8ge Waffle ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"742","body":" Founded in 2002, this gastronomic Association promotes a speciality that has been enjoyed since the Middle Ages. During that period, waffles were made on New Year\u2019s Day, hence the name La Str\u00e8me<\/em>; it means \u00e9trenne <\/em>in the Walloon dialect, this being the French word for a New Year\u2019s Day gift.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Li\u00e8ge Waffle 2004","t_s":"La Str\u00e8me Brotherhood"},{"id":"3334","t":"Bouh tot djus","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"743","body":"In various villages in the Malmedy area, Carnival Monday is reserved for the \"R\u00f4les\" (Roles). This is a play in Walloon dialect, with texts and songs that tell about the marvellous things that had happened in the village over the past year. This play was performed since 1947 by \"Les Bouh tot djus\" (Walloon for stammerers). This gift was designed to strengthen the ties between Walloon and Brussels folk culture. Royal Society of \"Bouh tot djus\" 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3336","t":"W\u00e8g van Brussel !","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"744","body":" Costume presented in connection with the initiative of the same name that took place in Roeselare in the Flemish Region. It was inspired by the Belgian writer and poet Albrecht Rodenbach, who originated from the city. Every year, this itinerant project organised by Onthaal en Promotie Brussel <\/em>(\u00ab Brussels :Welcome and Promotion \u00bb), plans a large number of cultural events that take place in Brussels and a Flemish city.<\/p>\r\n The City of Roeselare (Roulers) 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3338","t":"Horseman from Andalusia","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"745","body":" Ceremonial costume worn by students at the The Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, presented when they gave a public performance in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3340","t":"Drum Major","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"746","body":" Costume presented to mark the 95th anniversary of this Association. A drum major is a non-commissioned officer who leads a military band.<\/p>\r\n The Royal Union of the Bands and Majorettes of Moulbaix 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3322","t":"Doctor","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"737","body":" Costume presented to mark the inauguration of new buildings for the clinic, which is situated in the centre of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Clinique Saint-Jean 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3324","t":"European Year of Education through Sport","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"738","body":" Costume for the European Year of Education through Sport programme, presented when the Olympic torch relay passed through Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The European Union 2004","t_s":"Education through Sport"},{"id":"3326","t":"Order of the Caricole","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"739","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the 11th chapter of this gastronomic association. A chapter is a gathering of members of an order or brotherhood, held to promote individuals and induct new members. It usually culminates in a convivial banquet. The consumption of caricoles <\/em>(\u00ab sea-snails \u00bb) rose rapidly in Brussels during the 16th century, when the city was connected to Antwerp and the sea via the Willebroek canal.<\/p>\r\n The Order of the Caricole 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3328","t":"Traditional Chinese Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"740","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a visit to Brussels by a delegation from China. They came to attend the forum organised by this international organisation, the Europe-China Hotel Management Experts Council.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The ECHMEC Association 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3330","t":"Traditional Monegasque Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"741","body":" Costume presented by the Club d\u2019 Information, Loisirs et Sports pour Elles<\/em> as part of a cultural exchange between the City of Brussels and the Principality of Monaco.<\/p>\r\n Cil\u2019s Elles 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3312","t":"Airline Pilot","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"732","body":" SN Brussels Airlines is a Belgian airline, which created as a direct result of SABENA\u2019s bankruptcy in 2001. Manneken-Pis also has a costume from SABENA (see n\u00b0 69 and 832).<\/p>\r\n SN Brussels Airlines 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3314","t":"Traditonal Costume from Azerbaijan","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"733","body":" Costume presented to mark the country\u2019s National Day on 28 May. It commemorates the first Azerbaijani republic, the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic, which lasted from 1918 to 1920.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of Azerbaijan 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3316","t":"Zouave","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"734","body":" Costume presented to mark the 40th anniversary of the twinning of the Belgian town of Limelette, in the Walloon Region, with Jassans-Riottier, a French municipality. The Mayor of Jassans-Riottier had commanded the 11th Zouave Regiment in the early 1960s. The Zouaves were French light infantry units forming part of the Army of Africa, which existed from 1830 to 1962. The 11th Regiment distinguished itself at the battle of the Dyle in Belgium in May 1940.<\/p>\r\n The Culottes de Zouaves Association 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3318","t":"Castilian-Manchegan","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"735","body":" This is the costume of a lord from the historic province of La Mancha. It was presented as part of the commemorations celebrating the 4th centenary of the first edition (in 1605) of The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote de la Mancha,<\/em> by Miguel de Cervantes.<\/p>\r\n Junta de Comunidades de Castilla-La Mancha 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3320","t":"Lord of Albiano","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"736","body":" Formal costume worn by the Lord of the town of Albiano, near Turin, in the17th century. According to the legend, when French troops were besieging the town in 1641, one of the Lord\u2019s children climbed onto the ramparts and calmly urinated over the besieging forces, regardless of the danger.<\/p>\r\n The Municipality of Albiano d\u2019Ivrea 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3302","t":"Carnival Prince Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"727","body":" Costume presented to mark the 30th anniversary of the carnival at La Roche-en-Ardenne, a town in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Rochois Carnival Association 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3304","t":"Mountaineer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"728","body":" The Belgian Alpine Club 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3306","t":"Traditional Slovak Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"729","body":" Costume presented when Slovakia became a member of the European Union.<\/p>\r\n The Slovak Embassy 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3308","t":"Nelson Mandela","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"730","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of South Africa\u2019s Freedom Day.<\/p>\r\n The South African Embassy 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3310","t":"Slovenian National Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"731","body":" Costume presented when Slovenia became a member of the European Union.<\/p>\r\n The Slovenian Embassy 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3292","t":"Dogon ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"722","body":" Costume presented in connection with the Afrifolkloria festival and the Manneken-Pis in Africa exhibition held at the former House of Folklore and Traditions in Brussels. The Dogon people are from Mali, in West Africa.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Beeldenstorm Association 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3294","t":"Everyday Cyclist","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"723","body":" Costume presented in connection with the European Car-Free Day, held in order to promote alternative means of urban transport.<\/p>\r\n The Cyclists\u2019 Associations of Brussels 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3296","t":"Traditional Uzbek Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"724","body":" Costume presented in connection with an Uzbek Cultural Week held in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of Uzbekistan 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3298","t":"Country-Dweller from El Salvador","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"725","body":" This traditional Salvadorian peasant costume is made up of a pair of trousers and a long-sleeved shirt made from a fabric known as \"manta\". He carries a gourd called a \"tecomate\" in a jute bag; he has a \"machete\" in his hand, which is a large knife for cutting straw. He also wears a straw hat.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of El Salvador 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3300","t":"Child Soldier","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"726","body":" Costume presented to raise public awareness of the problem of child soldiers, who are forced to take part in armed conflicts throughout the world.<\/p>\r\n Amnesty International 2004","t_s":-1},{"id":"3282","t":"Japanese Firefighter","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"717","body":" The Firefighters of Tokyo, through Bob Smets, a firefighter from Antwerp 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3284","t":"Page from Arezzo","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"718","body":" Every year this Tuscan city organises a historical re-enactment of a Medieval tournament, when its four districts compete against one another. That year the winning district presented Manneken-Pis with its traditional costume, as part of the Europalia Italia cultural festival held in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The City of Arezzo 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3286","t":"Pierrot","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"719","body":" Costume presented in connection with the promotion for the Midi Fair, a large fun-fair that takes place in Brussels every summer and lasts for a month.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Union of Belgian Fairground Stand Owners 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3288","t":"Sovereign of the Golden Fleece","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"720","body":" The Order of the Golden Fleece is Spain\u2019s highest and most prestigious chivalric order. It was founded in Bruges (then part of the Burgundian Netherlands) in 1430 by Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, on the occasion of his marriage to Isabella of Portugal. Its first chapter was held in Lille the following year, 1431. The Order was intended to bring together the nobles in Philip the Good\u2019s Burgundian States and enable the Duke to honour those close to him. In the early 16th century, under the Emperor Charles V, it became the most important Order of the Habsburg monarchy. The Emperor Charles V Foundation supports research and historical, cultural and artistic events associated with the reign of this sovereign, who was born in Ghent in 1500.<\/p>\r\n The Emperor Charles V Foundation 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3290","t":"Scout from Maastricht ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"721","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Scouts\u2019 Orchestra 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3272","t":"Kamishimo","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"712","body":" Costume presented in connection with the international congress of the World Federation of this ancient Japanese martial art.The kamishimo <\/em>was the garment traditionally worn by Japanese lords in the Middle Ages.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Takeda-Ryu Maroto-Ha Federation 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3274","t":"Brussels Golf Club","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"713","body":" Costume presented to mark the 15th anniversary of this sports club.<\/p>\r\n Brussels Golf Club 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3276","t":"Cow Manneken","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"714","body":" Costume presented to mark the official inauguration of the Art on Cows 2003 exhibition. The idea behind the event was to fill the streets of Brussels with humour, beauty and movement. Blank cows made of fibreglass are sponsored by paying patrons and then decorated by artists. Afterwards they were exhibited for three months in different public areas in the city. <\/p>\r\n Art on Cows Brussels 2003 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3278","t":"L\u2019Pourcha qui Fume Brotherhood ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"715","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of this Association (\u00ab The Smoking Pig \u00bb) and the 75th anniversary of the Le gamin qui piche<\/em> fountain in Braine-l\u2019Alleud, a replica of Manneken-Pis that also receives costumes.The Brotherhood promotes the local ham, known as Pougnette<\/em> and made with beer; this region has been brewing beer since the Middle Ages.<\/p>\r\n The L\u2019Pourcha qui Fume Brotherhood 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3280","t":"Cosmonaut","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"716","body":" Costume presented by the astronaut Frank De Winne on his return from the International Space Station, where he was the first Belgian to carry out a mission.<\/p>\r\n The Odissea Mission 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3262","t":"Carnival of Alost ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"707","body":" This costume is the award-winning entry of a design competition on the theme of carnivals. It was presented in connection with the W\u00e8g van Brussel! <\/em>event,which was held that year in Alost, a city famous for its carnival. Every year, this itinerant project organised by Onthaal en Promotie Brussel <\/em>(\u00ab Brussels :Welcome and Promotion \u00bb), plans multiple events (exhibitions, concerts, gatherings, etc) that take place in Brussels and a Flemish city.<\/p>\r\n The City of Alost 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3264","t":"Carnival Costume from the Dominican Republic","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"708","body":" Costume presented to mark the country\u2019s National Day on 27 February, which commemorates its independence from Spain in 1844.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of the Dominican Republic 2003","t_s":"Carnival Dominican Republic"},{"id":"3266","t":"Days of Cilaos","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"709","body":" Lace costume presented to Manneken-Pis in connection with an exchange trip between this school on Reunion Island and the European School in Brussels. The lace made in Cilaos is famous, and is known as the Days of Cilaos.<\/p>\r\n A Primary School in Cilaos 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3268","t":"Faculty of Engineering at Mons","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"710","body":" Costume presented when foreign students were received as part of an International Week.<\/p>\r\n The Faculty of Engineering at Mons 2003","t_s":-1},{"id":"3270","t":"Brotherhood of the Fins Gousiers of Anjou ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"711","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this gastronomic Association (\u00ab The Fine Gullets \u00bb), and the induction of Freddy Thielemans, Mayor of Brussels, as an honorary member.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Fins Gousiers of Anjou 2003","t_s":"Brotherhood of the Fins Gousiers "},{"id":"3252","t":"Dancer from Lleida","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"702","body":" Costume of a Catalan dancer presented in connection with folklore festivals in honour of Manneken-Pis. An even number of dancers perform steps and jumps to the sound of grallas<\/em>, a traditional wind instrument, while beating precise rhythms with their sticks, either against each others\u2019 sticks, on the ground or in the air.<\/p>\r\n The Municipality of Lleida 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3254","t":"Real Madrid Player","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"703","body":" Costume presented to celebrate the centenary of the famous Madrid club and the 30th anniversary of its supporters\u2019 club in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Pe\u00f1a Madridista Los Yeyes de Bruselas 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3256","t":"Student from Luxembourg","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"704","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the European Meeting of Students from Luxembourg organised by this Association and held in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Circle of Students from Luxembourg Studying at the Free University of Brussels 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3258","t":"Traditional Costume of Panama","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"705","body":" Costume presented prior to the centenary, in the following year, of Panama\u2019s independence from Colombia, proclaimed in 1903.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of Panama 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3260","t":"Walker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"706","body":" Costume presented to mark the 20th anniversary of this sports club.<\/p>\r\n The De Padstappers Walking Club 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3242","t":"Belle Epoque Swimmer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"697","body":" This early 20th century-style swimming costume was presented to mark the sports Association\u2019s 100th anniversary.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Belgian Swimming Federation 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3244","t":"Knight of the Order of the Scales","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"698","body":" The Law Circle of the Free University of Brussels 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3246","t":"Yachtsman","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"699","body":" Costume presented to mark the centenary of this sports Association.<\/p>\r\n Brussels Royal Yacht Club 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3248","t":"De Flamingo\u2019s Stilt-Walkers of Peizegem (Merchtem)","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"700","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of this folklore Association. Previously, when the Molenbeek stream burst its banks, the inhabitants of the hamlets in the Flemish municipality of Merchtem had to walk on stilts. The stilt-walkers of Merchtem take part in several folkore events in Belgium and abroad (see n\u00b0 585 and 587).<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Steltenlopers De Flamingo\u2019s 2002","t_s":"De Flamingo\u2019s Stilt-Walkers"},{"id":"3250","t":"Brotherhood of the Syrup of Li\u00e8ge ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"701","body":" The Brotherhood of the Syrup of Li\u00e8ge 2002","t_s":"Syrup of Li\u00e8ge"},{"id":"3232","t":"Brotherhood of Godefroy Beer ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"692","body":" Manneken-Pis is officially established as a member of this gastronomic Association. On that occasion, homage was paid to the statue of Godefroid de Bouillon<\/em>, one of the leaders of the First Crusade (1060-1100). His statue stands on Place Royale in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of Godefroy Beer 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3234","t":"Red Cross of Flanders","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"693","body":" Costume presented to mark Red Cross Volunteer Day, held that year in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Rode Kruis Vlaanderen 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3236","t":"KunstenfestivaldesArts","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"694","body":" Costume in the colours of this cultural event, which has been held every year since 1994 with the backing of the City of Brussels. An international contemporary arts festival, it includes theatre,dance, performance, cinema and the plastic arts.It takes place annually for three weeks in May, the events being held in about twenty theatres and arts centres in Brussels, as well as in various public areas around the city.<\/p>\r\n KunstenfestivaldesArts 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3238","t":"Toots Thielemans","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"695","body":" Costume presented to mark the 80th birthday of the musician, an internationally renowned harmonica player from Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Order of the Bloempanch 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3240","t":"33rd Elite Regiment of Ch\u00e2telet","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"696","body":" Costume presented to mark the 40th anniversary of this Association.The march of Saint Roch is a procession that takes place every year on the Sunday before Pentecost, in order to thank the saint for having saved the town from the major plague epidemics in the late Middle Ages. Walkers wear the uniform of the First French Empire, the political regime that held power in France from 18 May 1804, when Napoleon Bonaparte was proclaimed Emperor of theFrench, to his first abdication in April 1814 and later, after his return, from March to July 1815. Each year the Association participates in the Marches of Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse in the Walloon Region, a series of traditional walksthat take place from May to October. They take the form of processions that are dedicated to particular saints and are accompanied by an armed escort.<\/p>\r\n The Association of the Folklore March of Saint Roch in Ch\u00e2telet 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3222","t":"The Commandery of Bordeaux in Brussels","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"687","body":" Manneken-Pis was officially declared a member of this wine Association on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of its presence in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Brussels Commandery of the Grand Council of Bordeaux 2001","t_s":"The Commandery of Bordeaux"},{"id":"3224","t":"Hussar","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"688","body":" That year Poland was the guest of honour at Europalia, a large international festival that takes place in Brussels every other year. The event highlights the cultural heritage of a particular country through exhibitions, concerts, theatrical performances, etc.<\/p>\r\n Europalia Poland 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3226","t":"Traditional Honduran Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"689","body":" Costume presented as a mark of gratitude for the aid given by Belgium to help reconstruct the country, ravaged by a hurricane in 1998.<\/p>\r\n The Embassy of Honduras 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3228","t":"Student of the Free University of Brussels","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"690","body":" Costume presented to mark the Saint Verhaegen festival. This annual event commemorates the founding of the Universit\u00e9 Libre de Bruxelles <\/em>(\"Free University of Brussels\") <\/em>by lawyer and liberal politician Pierre-Th\u00e9odore Verhaegen on 20 November 1834. This costume replaces the outfit presented in 1921 which had been stolen several years previously.<\/p>\r\n Universit\u00e9 Libre de Bruxelles 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3230","t":"Giovanni Arnolffi","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"691","body":" Costume presented in connection with an exhibition on the history of Tuscans in Belgium, entitled Gente di Toscana<\/em> (\u00ab People of Tuscany \u00bb). The outfit is that of an Italian merchant who had settled in Bruges in 1420.<\/p>\r\n The City of Lucca and the Lucchesi nel Mondo Association 2002","t_s":-1},{"id":"3212","t":"Alte Kamereren","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"682","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a concert given by this orchestra on the Grand'Place in Brussels, as part of its European tour.<\/p>\r\n The Student Orchestra of the University of Lund 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3214","t":"Guild of King Christian IV","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"683","body":" Costume presented to mark the twinning of Brussels with the northern Danish city of Aalborg. The Guild of King Christian IV was secretly founded during the Second World War, to defend Denmark\u2019s interests. Its foreign members are friends of Denmark and famous for their high status; they include ex King Albert II, King Philip I and the President of the United States.<\/p>\r\n The City of Aalborg 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3216","t":"Ground Soldier of the Canadian Armed Forces ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"684","body":" The 51st Canadian Service Battalion 2001","t_s":"Canadian Armed Forces "},{"id":"3218","t":"Donkey-Driver","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"685","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of this Association,which brings together Belgium\u2019s donkey enthusiasts. A donkey-driver is employed to lead donkeys.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Adod\u00e2ne Association 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3220","t":"Masai","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"686","body":" Costume presented in connection with World Sight Day and created by a Kenyan workshop supported by the Christian Blind Mission, which helps disabled people, particularly blind members of underprivileged societies. The Masai people are semi-nomadic, East African cattle-herders and warriors. They live mainly in central and south-west Kenya and northen Tanzania.<\/p>\r\n The Christian Blind Mission 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3202","t":"Arquebusier","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"677","body":" Copy of the costume given to Manneken-Pis by Maximilian-Emanuel of Bavaria, Governor-General of theAustrian Netherlands. Arquebusiers were soldiers who took their name from the arquebus, the firearm they used in the 15th and 16th centuries.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian-Bavarian Association 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3204","t":"Colour Guard Officer of the Second Empire ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"678","body":" Saint Rolende, the daughter of the King of the Lombards, who was in exile in Gaul, died in Belgium in around 774. Fleeing a forced marriage in order to devote herself to God, she died on her way to a convent in Cologne where she had intended to seek refuge. Her cult and legend developed in southern Belgium, particularly in Gerpinnes in the Walloon Region, where an annual walk takes place in her honour.The participants wear the uniforms of the Second French Empire, the regime that ruled France from 1852 to 1870.The procession is one of the Marches of the Entre Sambre-et-Meuse in the Walloon Region, a series of traditional walks that take place from May to October. They are dedicated to particular saints and are accompanied by an armed escort.<\/p>\r\n The Municipal Administration of Gerpinnes and the Great Folklore March of Sainte Rolende 2001","t_s":"Officer of the Second Empire"},{"id":"3206","t":"Brotherhood of Bald Men","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"679","body":" Costume presented in connection with the 35th chapter of the Association, which also held an international meeting of all Bald Brotherhoods that year in Brussels.A chapter is an assembly of members of a brotherhood, who have come together to promote and honour individuals.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Bald Men of Belgium 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3208","t":"Band Uniform ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"680","body":" Costume presented in connection with the band\u2019s parade on the Grand'Place.<\/p>\r\n The Finnish Conscript Band of the Defence Forces 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3210","t":"Traditional Peruvian Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"681","body":" Costume presented to mark the National Day of Peru on 28 July. This celebration commemorates the country\u2019s independence from Spain, which was proclaimed in 1821.<\/p>\r\n The Dimension Latina Amazona Association 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3192","t":"Amnesty International ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"672","body":" Amnesty International is a non-governmental human rights organisation. It campaigns for the release of prisoners of conscience, the right to freedom of speech, and the abolition of capital punishment, torture and politically-motivated arrests. It also calls for all civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights to be respected.<\/p>\r\n Amnesty International 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3194","t":"Referee","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"673","body":" Costume presented to mark the 75th anniversary of this professional Association.<\/p>\r\n The Royal Association of Referees of Brussels 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3196","t":"Buumdroegers of the Meyboom ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"674","body":" The Meyboom is one the oldest folk traditions in Brussels. It involves planting a beech tree in the centre of the city every year on 9 August. After cutting down the tree in the Forest of Soignes, the Buumdroegers and the Companions of the Brotherhood of Saint Laurence travel through the town, finally presenting it on the Grand'Place. Then, in the late afternoon, they plant it in an area north of the city centre (see n\u00b0 295, 515, 811, 887 and 900).<\/p>\r\n The Buumdroegers and the Companions of Saint Laurence 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3198","t":"Athlete","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"675","body":" Outfit presented to mark the 25th anniversary of the Yvo Van Damme Memorial, an athletics competition in memory of the champion Belgian middle-distance runner, which brings together internationally famous athletes from all over the world.<\/p>\r\n The Yvo Van Damme Memorial Association 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3200","t":"Belgian Lesbian and Gay Pride","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"676","body":" Costume presented to mark Gay Pride, an event which promotes freedom and equality for all sexual orientations and gender identities (heterosexual, homosexual, lesbian, bisexual and transgender). Challenging the idea that the only way they can lead a contented life is through secrecy, the participants freely display their orientation.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Lesbian and Gay Pride Association 2001","t_s":-1},{"id":"3182","t":"Carnivalesque Uniform ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"667","body":" Costume presented to mark the 121st anniversary of this Association.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The ULK Royal Carnivalesque Society of Kelmis 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3184","t":"Camper from Flanders","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"668","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of this tourism organisation.<\/p>\r\n Vlaamse Kampeertoeristen 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3186","t":"Lithuanian National Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"669","body":" Costume presented when the city of Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, opened a regional office in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Mission of the Republic of Lithuania to the European Communities 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3188","t":"Blancs Moussis ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"670","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of the Honorary Knighthood especially created by the folklore and carnival Association known as the Blancs Moussis<\/em> (\u00ab clad in white \u00bb). Their aim is to promote the town of Stavelot in the Walloon Region.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Blancs Moussis of Stavelot 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3190","t":"European","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"671","body":" The winner of a competition held during the exhibition entitled Manneken-Pis: a History of Costumes, which was organised by the shopping centre City 2 in the centre of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n G\u00e9raldine Halbart 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3172","t":"Traditional Armenian Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"662","body":" Costume presented as a mark of gratitude for the aid given by Belgium following the Armenian earthquake that occurred in 1988.<\/p>\r\n The Armenian Embassy 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3174","t":"Coquillard","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"663","body":" Costume presented to mark the 5th anniversary of this student Association.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Coquillards of the Free University of Brussels 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3176","t":"Chimney Sweep","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"664","body":" Costume presented in connection with the European Congress of Master Chimney Sweeps, held that year in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Federation of the Chimney Sweeps of Belgium 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3178","t":"Olympic Committee","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"665","body":" Costume presented in connection with the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games, held in Sydney.<\/p>\r\n The Belgian Olympic and Interfederal Committee 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3180","t":"Cervoise Saint-M\u00e9dard Brotherhood","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"666","body":" The Cervoise Saint-M\u00e9dard Brotherhood was created in 1998. The aim of its members is to promote the beers brewed in Gussignies in northern France, by organising various gastronomic, cultural and sporting events.<\/p>\r\n The Cervoise Saint-M\u00e9dard Brotherhood 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3162","t":"Urologist","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"657","body":" Costume presented when the Association\u2019s 15th congress was held in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The European Association of Urology 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3164","t":"Tibetan Monk","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"658","body":" Costume presented on the birthday of Gendhun ChoekyiNyima, the little boy named by the Dalai Lama in 1995 as the 11th Panchen Lama of Tibet, the second authority in the country. The child was quickly kidnapped by the Chinese authorities. It has been rumoured that he is dead, although he may have been kept prisoner.<\/p>\r\n The Friends of Tibet Association 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3166","t":"Rapperman-Pis","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"659","body":" To celebrate the year 2000, the City of Namur organised a competition, open to all the nursery and primary schools in the municipality, to create a costume for Manneken-Pis. This Rapperman-Pis costume was declared the winner, following a vote in which around 4,000 pupils took part.<\/p>\r\n The Municipal Schools of Namur 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3168","t":"Euro 2000","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"660","body":" Created in 1960, the UEFA European Championship, also known as the Euros, is the most important European football tournament. It takes place every 4 years in alternate even-numbered years, when there is no World Cup.<\/p>\r\n Adidas 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3170","t":"De Fun Files ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"661","body":" Radio Donna was a station operated by Vlaamse Radio-en Televisie omroep organisatie (the Flemish Radio and Television Broadcasting organization, VRT). Created in 1992, it closed in 2009 and was replaced by MNM,which kept the same type of content, oriented towards rock, pop and dance music.<\/p>\r\n Radio Donna 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3152","t":"Nelson Mandela","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"652","body":" Costume presented as part of a campaign in Brussels to promote South Africa as a cultural and tourist destination.<\/p>\r\n The South African Embassy 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3154","t":"Brotherhood of the Rissoles ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"653","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of the Brotherhood, which is dedicated to promoting the products and culture of the municipality of Bassoles-Aulers in the French region of Picardy. This rissole is a type of patty in the shape of a half-moon, stuffed with minced veal and cooked in oil.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Rissoles of Bassoles-Aulers 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3156","t":"Li Pir'reve di Licent","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"654","body":" Li Pir'reve di Licent 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3158","t":"RTL 4 Nederland","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"655","body":" Costume presented in connection with a feature on Manneken-Pis\u2019s wardrobe.<\/p>\r\n The TV Magazine Show Gekkenhuis 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3160","t":"The Brussels Concertband","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"656","body":" Created in 1877 in Haren, a little village in the region around Brussels,The Brussels Concertband is a group comprising about 40 musicians of different nationalities. Like the big bands of America, they play jazz music.<\/p>\r\n The Brussels Concertband group 2000","t_s":-1},{"id":"3142","t":"Cabaret Singer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"647","body":" Costume presented to mark the 90th anniversary of the company.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Royal Company of the Walloon Cabaret of Tournai 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3144","t":"Figurinai from Tuscany","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"648","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of the Association. A figurinai <\/em>is an itinerant seller of plaster statuettes, which he also makes.<\/p>\r\n The Lucchesi nel Mondo Tuscan Association 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3146","t":"Police Officer from Helsinki","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"649","body":" Costume presented when Finland took over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union.<\/p>\r\n The Helsinki Police Force 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3148","t":"Team Headquarters ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"650","body":" Costume presented to mark the Association\u2019s 50th anniversary. Created in 1949 after the Second World War, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) established its headquarters in Brussels in 1966.<\/p>\r\n NATO Cultural and Sports Circle 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3132","t":"Fin de Si\u00e8cle Costume (Late 19th Century)","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"642","body":" The Clothing Federation 1999","t_s":"Fin de Si\u00e8cle"},{"id":"3134","t":"Bontemps Commandery","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"643","body":" Costume of a Commander of Honour presented in order to promote the wines of the Bordeaux region. The Commandery, created in 1950, originates from this area.<\/p>\r\n The Bontemps Commandery of M\u00e9doc and Graves 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3136","t":"Traditional Norwegian Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"644","body":" Costume presented to mark the National Day of Norway on 17 May, which celebrates the country\u2019s independence from Denmark in 1814.<\/p>\r\n The Norwegian Embassy 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3138","t":"Marcaire","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"645","body":" Traditionally, the marcaire<\/em> was employed to guard herds of cattle and make cheese. The term was borrowed from the German Melker<\/em>, a person who milks cows. The Kiwanis is an international organisation of service clubs.These are groups of people who launch social initiatives to assist underprivileged members of society.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Kiwanis Club of Munster 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3140","t":"Rally Driver","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"646","body":" Costume presented to mark the 20th anniversary of the Brussels Rally, an event involving several hundred vintage cars.<\/p>\r\n The Organisers of the Brussels Circuit 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3122","t":"Baker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"637","body":" Costume presented by the brotherhood of bakers from the town of Eeklo in the Flemish Region, marking the 30th anniversary of the Vereniging voor Vreemdelingen verkeer en Toerisme, an Association promoting tourism and local culture.<\/p>\r\n Eekloschen herbakkersgilde 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3124","t":"Bibendum","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"638","body":" Costume presented to mark the 100th anniversary of the company\u2019s logo and mascot Bibendum<\/em>, also known as the Michelin Man.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Michelin Company 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3126","t":"Cyclist","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"639","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of this sports club.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n Cycloclub Woluw\u00e9-Saint-Lambert 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3128","t":"Officer Candidate, USA","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"640","body":" The American Legion is an association of United States army veterans created in 1919 by former combatants who had returned from the First World War. Every year some of its members come to Belgium to take part in the Armistice ceremonies.<\/p>\r\n The American Legion 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3130","t":"Order of Saint Luke","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"641","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of this folklore Association, which comprises medical and paramedic science students and graduates from the Catholic University of Louvain.<\/p>\r\n The Corporation of the Order of Saint Luke 1999","t_s":-1},{"id":"3112","t":"Prinzengarde from Cologne","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"632","body":" Created in 1906, thePrinzengarde <\/em>(\u00ab Prince\u2019s Guard \u00bb) is a folklore Association from Cologne, a city in western Germany. It is one of the nine traditional army corps that take part in the carnival there.<\/p>\r\n Prinzengarde from Cologne 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3114","t":"Grenadier of the First French Empire","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"633","body":" Grenadiers were soldiers who specialized in the use of grenades during sieges, a practice that began in the 17th century. They subsequently formed elite units that retained the term grenadier, even though grenades were only used as secondary weapons or not used at all, as was the case with the wars of the French Revolution. The First French Empire was the political regime that ruled France from1804 to 1815. Annexed in 1795, the regions that were to become Belgium were part of the Empire until the abdication of Napoleon I. Every year the Association participates in the Marches of Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse in the Walloon Region. These are a series of traditional walks that take place from May to October.They take the form of processions dedicated to particular saints, and are accompanied by an armed escort.<\/p>\r\n The Grenadier Company of Forchie-la-Marche 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3116","t":"Companion of the Procession of Anderlecht","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"634","body":" Costume presented to associate Manneken-Pis with the folklore of Anderlecht, one of the 19 municipalities in the Brussels Region. Saint Guido was born into a poor peasant family in Anderlecht in about 950 and died there in 1012. He worked as a trader and later made pilgrimages to Rome and Jerusalem, before becoming a sacristan at the chapel of our Lady of Laeken. Canonized in 1112, he is the Patron Saint of traders, peasants, domestic workers, sacristans, pilgrims, bellringers and goods transporters. The religious procession in his honour ceased during the 1960s, but its popularity was revived in the early 1990s.<\/p>\r\n The Procession of Saint Guidon and Our Lady of Grace 1998","t_s":"Procession of Anderlecht"},{"id":"3118","t":"Lord of Turnhout","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"635","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of this folklore Association.<\/p>\r\n Heren van Turnhout 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3120","t":"Sportsman, WARR 98","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"636","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of an international athletics competition between airline companies known as the World Airline Road Race, or WARR 98. SABENA was Belgium\u2019 national airline company. Created in 1923, it ceased operations in 2001.<\/p>\r\n The SABENA Athletic Club 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3102","t":"Friends of Manneken-Pis of Grammont","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"627","body":" Costume presented as a tribute to the statuette in Brussels. There are several replicas or imitations of Manneken-Pis, both in Belgium and abroad. In 1455 the city authorities in Grammont commissioned a sculptor from Brussels to create one such figure.<\/p>\r\n The Friends of Manneken-Pis of Grammont 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3104","t":"Frankie the Fly","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"628","body":" Costume worn by the American actor Dennis Hopper in the film The Last Days of Frankie the Fly<\/em>. It was presented at the 25th International Fantastic Film Festival held in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Dennis Hopper and the International Fantastic Film Festival 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3106","t":"Sint-Clara College","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"629","body":" Costume made by 5th year students in the Garments, Sales and Alterations section as part of an educational project organised by the City of Brussels and entitled: Design a Costume for Manneken-Pis.<\/p>\r\n Sint-Clara College (Arendonk) 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3108","t":"Order of the Bloempanch","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"630","body":" Founded in 1996 and dissolved in 2013, the aim of the Order of the Bloempanch was to champion the culture, folklore and gastronomy of Brussels. Its starting-point was the bloempanch<\/em>; this thick sausage made of blood, flour and fatty pieces of bacon is a culinary speciality of the Marolles<\/em> district.<\/p>\r\n The Order of the Bloempanch 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3110","t":"Imperial Guild of Saint Sebastian","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"631","body":" Costume presented to mark the 500th anniversary of this folklore Association. During the Middle Ages and the Ancien R\u00e9gime<\/em> (from the 16th to the18th centuries), the Archers of Saint Sebastian were one of the archers\u2019 guilds that helped to defend the city in times of war. Saint Sebastian is traditionally the Patron Saint of archers.<\/p>\r\n Keizerlijke Gilde Sint-Sebastiaan (Neder-over-Heembeek) 1998","t_s":-1},{"id":"3092","t":"Brotherhood of the Knights of the Go\u00fbte Andouille","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"622","body":" The aim of this Association is to promote the products of the Loire Valley region in France, particularly the andouille de Jargeau<\/em>, a sausage made of pork, offal (the large intestine, stomach or belly), and sometimes onions, shallots or parsley.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Knights of the Go\u00fbte Andouille 1997","t_s":"Brotherhood Go\u00fbte Andouille"},{"id":"3094","t":"Radio 2 Antwerpen","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"623","body":" Costume made by a listener for a competition organised by the radio station.<\/p>\r\n Vlaamse Radio en Televisie 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3096","t":"Carnival Prince","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"624","body":" Costume presented to mark the 10th anniversary of the Belgian branch of The Foundation of European Carnival Cities.<\/p>\r\n The Foundation of European Carnival Cities 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3098","t":"Traditional Estonian Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"625","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a visit to Brussels by Edgar Savisaar, Mayor of Tallin, and his meeting with Fran\u00e7ois-Xavier de Donnea, bourgmestre <\/em>(\u00ab Mayor \u00bb) of the City of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Mayor of Tallin 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3100","t":"Vrede en Vriendschap","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"626","body":" Costume made by 6th year students in the school\u2019s Garments, Sales and Alterations section as part of an educational project organised by the City of Brussels and entitled: Design a Costume for Manneken-Pis. The costume symbolizes peace and friendship between nations.<\/p>\r\n Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e Royal Technique 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3082","t":"Clean Clothes Campaign","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"617","body":" Costume presented as part of this humanitarian organisation\u2019s campaign to condemn and improve the bad working conditions in the garment industry.<\/p>\r\n Wereldsolidariteit 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3084","t":"Public Cleaning Worker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"618","body":" Costume presented when new cleaning material and new uniforms for workers in the City\u2019s Department of Road Maintenance were presented on the Grand'Place in Brussels and at the City Hall.<\/p>\r\n The Department of Road Maintenance 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3086","t":"Region of Sch\u00f6nebeck","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"619","body":" Sch\u00f6nebeck is a town situated in north-east Germany, in the Federal State of Saxony-Anhalt.<\/p>\r\n Sch\u00f6nebeck 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3088","t":"Handicap International","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"620","body":" Costume presented in connection with an international conference, held in Brussels, in preparation for a Convention on the total prohibition of anti-personnel mines. The ban was adopted in Oslo a few months later, in September 1997. Handicap International works all over the world to help disabled people living in poverty to become rehabilitated and reintegrated into social and economic life.<\/p>\r\n Handicap International 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3090","t":"Brotherhood of the Pink Elephant","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"621","body":" Costume presented to mark the 5th anniversary of this folklore Association, which promotes the regional beers made in the Huyghe Brewery, in particular Delirium Tremens.<\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Pink Elephant of Melle 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3072","t":"John Malkovich","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"612","body":" Costume worn by the American actor John Malkovich\u2019s character in the film The Portait of a Lady<\/em>, shown at the 24th Festival.<\/p>\r\n The Brussels International Film Festival 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3074","t":"Korfball Player","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"613","body":" Costume presented to mark the club\u2019s 50th anniversary. Korfball is a mixed team sport invented in the Netherlands in 1902 and is similar to basketball. Indeed, the Dutch name korfball <\/em>means \u00ab basketball \u00bb.The game involves two teams, each consisting of eight players.<\/p>\r\n Royal Olympia Anderlecht Korfbal 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3076","t":"Dog Trainer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"614","body":" The Molenhof Canine Centre 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3078","t":"Reporter without Borders","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"615","body":" Costume presented on World Press Freedom Day, 3rd May 1997.<\/p>\r\n Reporters without Borders 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3080","t":"Traditional Costume of Carinthia","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"616","body":" Costume presented when the Land, or State of Carinthia was applying to host the Winter Olympics of 2006, in association with Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Slovenia. Carinthia is one of the nine Federal States of the Austrian Republic.<\/p>\r\n The Liaison Bureau for Carinthia in Brussels 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3062","t":"Armour of Saint Michael","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"607","body":" Costume presented when the figure of Saint Michael, a statuette in the form of a weathervane, was returned to the top of the City Hall after undergoing restoration work. Saint Michael is the Patron Saint of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Order of the Friends of Manneken-Pis 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3064","t":"Rider","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"608","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this sports Association.<\/p>\r\n The Oxer Equestrian Circle 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3066","t":"Designer from Brussels","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"609","body":" Costume presented in connection with the Parcours de Stylistes 96<\/em>, an event featuring exhibitions in various parts of Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Modo Bruxellae 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3068","t":"Itinerant Market-Gardener","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"610","body":" Costume presented to mark the 100th year of this professional Association.<\/p>\r\n Koninklijke Boerkozenbond Dilbeek 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3070","t":"Cub Scout Pack 194","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"611","body":" Cub Scout Pack 194 is a group of American cub scouts from the Boy Scouts of America.<\/p>\r\n The Boy Scouts of America 1997","t_s":-1},{"id":"3052","t":"Moustache Club of Antwerp","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"602","body":" The Moustache Club of Antwerp 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3054","t":"King David","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"603","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a visit to Brussels by the Mayor of Jerusalem.<\/p>\r\n The Mayor of Jerusalem 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3056","t":"Snooker Player ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"604","body":" The La Couronne Club 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3058","t":"Shooter","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"605","body":" Costume presented in connection with the European Shooting Championships, held that year in Haaksbergen in the Netherlands.<\/p>\r\n The European Shooting Championships Foundation 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3060","t":"Steel Worker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"606","body":" The Clabecq Steelworks, a Belgian industrial plant, was located 20 kilometres from Brussels.<\/p>\r\n Workers and Employees at the Clabecq Steelworks 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3042","t":"Romanian Shepherd","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"597","body":" Costume presented to mark the 30th anniversary of the Romanian National Tourist Office opening in Brussels.<\/p>\r\n The Romanian National Tourist Office 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3044","t":"Taxi Driver","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"598","body":" Costume presented to mark the Green Taxis\u2019 100th anniversary.<\/p>\r\n The Green Taxi Company 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3046","t":"Tim Robbins","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"599","body":" Costume worn by Tim Robbins\u2019s character in Joel Cohen\u2019s film The Hudsucker Proxy<\/em>, and presented on the occasion of the 23rd film festival. That year, the actor was the guest of honour.<\/p>\r\n The Brussels International Film Festival 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3048","t":"Basque Costume ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"600","body":" Ferias de Dax 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3050","t":"Fencer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"601","body":" Costume presented to mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Belgian Federation of Fencing Circles. After a brilliant career as a fencer in the inter-war period and until the early 1950s, Charles Debeur continued as a patron of the sport in Belgium until his death in 1981.<\/p>\r\n The Charles Debeur Museum of Fencing and the Guild of the Fencers of Brussels 1996","t_s":-1},{"id":"3032","t":"Traditional Mongolian Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"592","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of the referendum that established Mongolia\u2019s independence, proclaimed in 1911.<\/p>\r\n The President of Mongolia 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3034","t":"Hungarian Hussar","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"593","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of a visit to Brussels by G\u00e1bor Demszky, Mayor of Budapest.<\/p>\r\n The Mayor of Budapest 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3036","t":"Brewer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"594","body":" Costume presented to mark the museum\u2019s 10th anniversary.<\/p>\r\n The Schaerbeek Museum of Beer 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3038","t":"Knotsenburgse Academie voor Carnavalisten","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"595","body":" The Knotsenburgse Academie voor Carnavalisten 1995","t_s":"Knotsenburgse Academie"},{"id":"3040","t":"Traditional Austrian Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"596","body":" Costume presented as part of the celebrations for Austria\u2019s Millenium. The first mention of the country\u2019s name occurs in a document dating from 996.<\/p>\r\n The Government of Lower Austria 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3022","t":"Stilt-Walker of Merchtem","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"587","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this Association. It was founded during the Liberation celebrations of 1945 that took place in the hamlet of Langevelde in the Flemish municipality of Merchtem. A stream known as the Molenbeek runs through Langevelde, and, as it frequently overflows, the inhabitants used to walk on stilts. The Stilt-Walkers of Merchtem take part in a great many folklore events in Belgium and abroad (see n\u00b0 585 and 700).<\/p>\r\n De Steltenlopers van Merchtem (Stichting Jan Vanderhasselt) 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3024","t":"Momotaro","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"588","body":" Momotaro is a Japanese folklore hero whose story is particularly well known in Japan and East Asia. According to the legend, Momotaro was found as a small child inside a peach floating down a river. Endowed with great strength, he was sent to fight demons, defeating them with the help of a dog, a monkey and a pheasant that he met on his way and befriended.<\/p>\r\n A Group of Wives of Japanese Men Working in Brussels 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3026","t":"Public Works Builder","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"589","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the induction seminar held in Brussels for the school\u2019s new class of engineering students.<\/p>\r\n The Special School for Public Works, Building and Industry, Paris 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3028","t":"Perfumer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"590","body":" Costume presented in connection with a Perfume Fortnight held in Brussels, featuring exhibitions and musical and theatrical events.<\/p>\r\n The Town of Grasse 1950","t_s":-1},{"id":"3030","t":"Waldecker","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"591","body":" Costume presented to mark the 25th anniversary of the twinning of the Dutch-speaking Belgian municipality of Heusden-Zolder with the German town of Arolsen. Known as Bad Arolsen since 1997, it is situated in Hesse, a Federal state, or Land, in central Germany.<\/p>\r\n The Arolsen\/Heusden-Zolder Twinning Committee 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3012","t":"Poepedroeger","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"582","body":" The Poepedroegers <\/em>carry the giants, those ubiquitous figures in Belgian and northern French folklore, who represent real or fictitious characters. According to a tradition that dates from Medieval ceremonial practices, they are carried along and dance in the streets during carnivals and on certain feast-days.<\/p>\r\n The Poepedroegers and the Companions of Saint Laurence 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3014","t":"Hockey Player","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"583","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of an international field hockey tournament involving teams from France, Spain, the Netherlands, England and Germany.<\/p>\r\n The Royal Or\u00e9e Club 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3016","t":"Prince of the Yi Dynasty","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"584","body":" This costume was created by the donor, a dress designer specializing in traditional Korean costumes and a teacher at Seoul University. It is a replica of the clothes worn by the young princes of the Yi Dynasty of Korean Kings, who ruled from 1392 to 1910.<\/p>\r\n Madame Kim Jung Hee 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3018","t":"Stilt-Walker of Merchtem","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"585","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this Association. It was founded during the Liberation celebrations of 1945 that took place in the hamlet of Langevelde in the Flemish municipality of Merchtem. A stream known as the Molenbeek runs through Langevelde, and, as it frequently overflows, the inhabitants used to walk on stilts. The Stilt-Walkers of Merchtem take part in a great many folklore events in Belgium and abroad (see n\u00b0 587 and 700).<\/p>\r\n De Steltenlopers van Merchtem (Stichting Langevelde 1945) 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3020","t":"Cyclist","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"586","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the Federation\u2019s Annual General Assembly.<\/p>\r\n The European Cyclists Federation 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3002","t":"AIDS Prevention","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"577","body":" Costume created by the Brussels fashion designer Elvis Pompilio and presented to mark World AIDS Day.<\/p>\r\n The Tels Quels Association 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"3004","t":"Gianni Schicci","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"578","body":" Costume presented to mark the 70th anniversary of the death of Giacomo Puccini, who died in Brussels in 1924. It represents Gianni Schicci, a character in the only comic opera written by the famous Italian composer. <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Lucchesi nel Mondo Association 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"3006","t":"Wine Waiter","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"579","body":" Costume presented to mark The 4 Seasons Restaurant becoming a member of the <\/font>Alliance Gastronomique N\u00e9erlandaise<\/font><\/em> (\u00abThe Dutch Gastronomic Alliance \u00bb). This is a professional Association comprising highly-regarded restaurants in the Netherlands and Flanders. <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Royal Windsor Hotel 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3008","t":"Master Chef","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"580","body":" Costume presented when the Association\u2019s annual Congress was held at the H\u00f4tel M\u00e9tropole in Brussels. It was the first time that the Congress had taken place outside France.<\/p>\r\n The Association of the Master Chefs of France 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"3010","t":"Civil Servant","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"581","body":" Thai Embassy 1995","t_s":-1},{"id":"2992","t":"Dresser of Manneken-Pis","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"572","body":" Costume presented to celebrate the 20 years service given by Jacques Stroobants as the official dresser of Manneken-Pis.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n The Order of the Friends of Manneken-Pis 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2994","t":"Police Officer from 1944","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"573","body":" Costume presented to mark the 50th anniversary of this Association, founded in 1944 after the liberation of Brussels.<\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Association of Brussels Police Resistance 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2996","t":"The Invincibles","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"574","body":" The Invincibles was a television programme shown on the Belgian channel RTL-TVI. It took the form of a large-scale action game played over the whole of Belgium. The participants wore dungarees in the programme\u2019s colours.<\/p>\r\n Keynews Television 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2998","t":"Brotherhood of the Pheasantry ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"575","body":" Created in 1987, the aim of this Association is to promote the town as a gastronomic and tourist attraction. Pheasant terrine is a speciality of Sully<\/font>-<\/font><\/em>sur-Loire, which is situated in the centre of the region.<\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Pheasantry, Sully-sur-Loire 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"3000","t":"Adriano Celentano","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"576","body":" Costume presented on the occasion of the visit to Belgium by Adriano Celentano, the Italian singer-songwriter, musician, actor, producer, director and TV presenter.<\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Entertainer\u2019s Belgian Fan Club 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2982","t":"Traditional Moroccan Costume","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"567","body":" Costume presented as part of a Moroccan-Italian, Socio-Cultural Week held in Brussels. This event enabled Belgium\u2019s Moroccan and Italian communities, who share a common heritage as civilizations from the Mediterranean Basin, to come together.<\/p>\r\n The Moroccan Consulate-General in Brussels 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2984","t":"Harlequin","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"568","body":" Costume presented as part of a Moroccan-Italian, Socio-Cultural Week held in Brussels. This event enabled Belgium\u2019s Moroccan and Italian communities, who share a common heritage as civilizations from the Mediterranean Basin, to come together.<\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Italian Consulate 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2986","t":"Shopkeeper from the Anneessens District","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"569","body":" Costume presented as part of the initiatives planned by shopkeepers with a view to improving the image of their district. It is situated along the Avenue de Stalingrad and the Boulevard Lemonnier, between Place Anneessens, Place Rouppe and the Gare du Midi in Brussels. <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Association of Shop-Keepers from the Anneessens-Rouppe-Lemonnier District 1994","t_s":"Shopkeeper"},{"id":"2988","t":"Den Deugeniet","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"570","body":" Den Deugeniet <\/em>is a humorous statue in Antwerp. It represents a young boy lowering his trousers and mooning. <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Den Deugeniet Association of Antwerp 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2990","t":"Master Brewer of Wallonia","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"571","body":" Robe worn by the senior dignitaries of this folklore Association, re-created in 1978. It is dedicated to promoting the local beverages. <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Brotherhood of the Master Brewers and Distillers of Wallonia 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2972","t":"Anaesthetist","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"562","body":" Costume presented by the Italian delegation participating in the 2nd European Anaesthesiology Congress held that year in Brussels and organised by the Faculty of Medicine of the Free University of Brussels and the Erasmus Hospital.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/p>\r\n A Group of Italian Anaesthetists 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2974","t":"Hotel Manager","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"563","body":" Costume presented by this Association\u2019s Belgian committee on the occasion of its second congress, which took place in Brussels. <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The European Hotel Managers Association 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2976","t":"Musketeer","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"564","body":" Costume presented to promote the department of Gers in south-west France, Auch being its capital. Gers was the birthplace of Charles de Batz, Comte d\u2019Artagnan and Captain of Louis XIV\u2019s musketeers, made famous by the writer Alexandre Dumas.<\/p>\r\n The City of Auch and The Gascons in Brussels Association 1994","t_s":-1},{"id":"2978","t":"Football Player with FC Barcelona ","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"565","body":" The Casal Catal\u00e0 Association <\/em>in Brussels promotes Catalonia and encourages cultural exchanges between that region and Belgium. <\/font><\/span><\/p>\r\n The Casal Catal\u00e0 Association 1994","t_s":"FC Barcelona"},{"id":"2980","t":"Very Special Arts Festival","fav_l":"0","fav":"0","costume_number":"566","body":" Costume presented to mark the second Very Special Arts Festival.<\/font>