“Cathédrale mauve”, a pivotal piece from the acclaimed ‘Cathedral’ series, stands as a monumental work in Joseph Delmeire’s collection. This 120cm x 90cm canvas is a symphony of purple hues, a color long associated with spirituality and royalty, which here symbolizes the union of the earthly with the divine. The tall, reaching spires of color reflect Delmeire’s own ascension from a life of hard-earned craftsmanship to one of spiritual and artistic enlightenment.

This artwork is not merely a visual pleasure but a narrative of Delmeire’s journey—each stroke encapsulates the solitude of his early days as an outsider and the meditative silence of his time in reflection. The reflective quality of the piece, with its ethereal white accents, speaks to the purity of aspiration and the clarity that comes with seeking higher purpose.

“Cathédrale mauve” is an invitation to the viewer to explore the verticality of their own spirit, to aspire beyond the chaos of the horizontal plane of daily existence. It is a reminder of Delmeire’s belief in the transformative power of art and the elevation of the human condition through the lens of creativity.