Antiga Capela da Misericórdia de Barcelos 2003

Eduardo Nery made this stained glass window, called Antiga Capela da Misericórdia de Barcelos, most likely for a church. With its grids and glowing colour, this piece feels like the most optimistic Mondrian ever. The bright, rainbow spectrum and geometric structure really sings. Nery uses this traditional medium to create a super contemporary vibe. It’s that push-pull between tradition and modernity that really excites me. He’s not just filling the window; he’s reimagining it, letting color do the talking. I think about how light filters through these colored panes, transforming the space it fills. It’s as if the building itself becomes a canvas, painted by the sun. Looking at the way Nery plays with light and geometry here, I’m reminded of the work of Josef Albers. There’s that same commitment to exploring how colors interact, how they change depending on what’s next to them. But Nery brings his own flair, his own sense of joy. Art’s an ongoing conversation, right?