Untitled (kn-009) 1964

This 'Untitled' work by Guy Mees presents a luminescent rectangular pillar, glowing with a cool, ethereal blue, wrapped in delicate lace. Lace, throughout history, has been an intimate adornment, gracing garments and domestic spaces alike. It speaks of refinement and hidden intricacies, often associated with femininity and domesticity. Think of the lace ruffs of the Elizabethan era or the delicate veils of a bride. Now, consider how Mees transforms this familiar pattern into a monumental form. The geometric form grounds the ephemeral nature of light and lace. This echoes the pillars in ancient temples, where light, often filtered through colored glass, was used to evoke spiritual and emotional responses, aiming to bridge the gap between the earthly and the divine. Thus, this work is like a modern reliquary, encapsulating a shared memory and beckoning us to contemplate our emotional relationship with adornment and illumination.