Link 21 unveils new artwork in secret dining room

Bar Brasserie Link21, owned by renowned entrepreneur Wim Heylen, is setting a new artistic tone with the artwork The Apostles of Economy by artist Carlo van Tichelen. This piece replaces a work by Belgian art photographer Marc Lagrange.

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Meetings in complete privacy

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The Private Dining room at Link21 is a space designed for meetings held in complete privacy. Previously, the room featured a work by Marc Lagrange, but its explicit visual language was felt to be too provocative for the intimate atmosphere the space aims to project. Wim Heylen therefore consciously chose a piece that is equally powerful but better aligned with the values of Link21. With The Apostles of Economy , Heylen has acquired a work that subtly reflects on power and the influence of contemporary leaders.

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“It is a work that quickly sparks dialogue with others,” says Wim Heylen. “You don’t get that with every piece of art, and that is exactly what makes it interesting.”

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Leadership of our world

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In The Apostles of Economy , Carlo van Tichelen presents a modern interpretation of The Last Supper. The work depicts an elite group of entrepreneurs from various industries and continents, brought together at a symbolic table. Through a unique combination of caricatural photography and painterly aesthetics, Carlo manages to preserve both the recognizability and the mystique of his subjects. 

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Who dares to take a seat?

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At first glance, the table appears fully set, but a closer look reveals it is only partially served. This subtle detail symbolizes the ongoing debate surrounding the sharing and redistribution of wealth—a theme more relevant today than ever. Not all seats at the table are occupied, and that is no coincidence. The artwork invites the viewer to ask: who has the courage, vision, and determination to truly take a seat? This piece fits seamlessly with the unique experience of taste and inspiration for which Link21 is known.