With certificate signed by the artist

D53 Before Conversation Fig.252 by Jan De Cock, created in 2006, is a tapestry that showcases a minimalist approach to architectural abstraction. This composition features a scattered arrangement of black geometric shapes across a light background, with clusters that evoke elements of modernist architecture. The isolated shapes, including lines and rectangular forms, appear to float in open space, contributing to a fragmented, almost deconstructed aesthetic. The lower right area includes a more defined structure resembling a building's interior section, adding contrast to the overall dispersal. De Cock’s work often reflects themes of spatial exploration and architectural perception, inviting viewers to interpret the disjointed patterns as components of an imagined, abstract space. The minimalist design emphasizes the tension between absence and presence, suggesting architectural forms without fully defining them.