Storefront Canopies as Sculptures: Egon Van Herreweghe's 'The Menu' at Footnote Gallery
Egon Van Herreweghe, a Belgian artist, showcases 'The Menu,' a solo exhibition at Footnote Gallery in Ghent. This exhibition reimagines storefront canopies as sculptures that delve into themes of urban identity and architectural dialogue. It includes four sculptural replicas inspired by a French bistro, Italian gelateria, Greek taverna, and Chinese takeaway, all separated from their original locations. Crafted from painted cotton stretched over metal frames, these pieces are placed in a redesigned gallery with new partitions and a blocked rear passage, eliminating any entrance framing. Running from July 17 to August 29, 2026, at Sint-Salvatorstraat 123, Ghent, and featuring photographs by Thomas Min, the canopies, while slightly smaller than actual ones, highlight their symbolic significance rather than serving a functional purpose. The installation reflects the surrounding neighborhood, characterized by Turkish eateries and local shops, and critiques how commercial architecture simplifies place into recognizable symbols.
Key facts
- Egon Van Herreweghe's solo exhibition 'The Menu' is at Footnote Gallery in Ghent.
- The exhibition features four sculptural storefront canopies referencing a French bistro, Italian gelateria, Greek taverna, and Chinese takeaway.
- The canopies are constructed from painted cotton stretched over metal frames.
- The gallery was reconfigured with new partition walls and the rear passage closed.
- The works are slightly smaller than real-world canopies and not functional.
- The exhibition runs from July 17 to August 29, 2026.
- The gallery is located at Sint-Salvatorstraat 123, Ghent, Belgium.
- Photographs of the exhibition are by Thomas Min.
Entities
Artists
- Egon Van Herreweghe
Institutions
- Footnote Gallery
Locations
- Ghent
- Belgium