Jean Baptiste Madou

1796–1877 (age 81)

Biography

Jean Baptiste Madou chronicled Belgian life through lithographs, paintings, and early photographs, blending artistic craft with documentary purpose.

His depictions of daily scenes and national celebrations made the capital’s stories accessible to many, and he finds repose within Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Cemetery.

Also buried at Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Cemetery

Charles Rogier
1800–1885 (age 85)
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Cemetery
Charles Rogier was a leading lawyer and statesman who championed Belgium’s independence and parliamentary governance.
Guillaume Charlier
1854–1925 (age 71)
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Cemetery
Guillaume Charlier was a sculptor known for the emotional depth and refined humanity of his works.
Guy Cudell
1917–1999 (age 82)
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Cemetery
Guy Cudell (12 February 1917 – 16 May 1999) was a Belgian politician of the Belgian Socialist Party and the French-spe...
Lambert Nypels
1783–1851 (age 68)
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Cemetery
André Henri Constant van Hasselt
1806–1874 (age 68)
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Cemetery
Writer and poet whose verse strengthened cultural ties within Belgium.
Marc-Guillaume Alexis Vadier
1736–1828 (age 92)
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Cemetery
Marc-Guillaume Alexis Vadier was a lawyer and civic-minded mentor who championed fairness throughout his career.