Middle Gate
The exhibition project Middle Gate II – The Story of Dymphna is a collaboration between M HKA (Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp) and the cultural centre de Werft in Geel. Middle Gate II is the follow up to the exhibition Middle Gate, curated by Jan Hoet in Geel in 2013. The exhibition concept is closely tied to the legend of the holy Dymphna, saint of the possessed, the mentally ill and patroness against epilepsy and insanity. The legend of Dymphna shares a strong connection to the identity of Geel, "the charitable city".
(c)image: M HKA
The early work of Guy Mees seems allied to tendencies such as monochromy, matière and assemblage, but from the very outset possesses a headstrong, subtle and spiritual tone, not devoid of pointed humour. Like in the metaphorical use of lace, the most exemplary of folkloric products. This work presages his later experiments with light and the minimal coloured interventions in space for which he is renowned.
