Hans Theys
Hans Theys is a twentieth-century philosopher and art historian. He has written and designed dozens of books on the works of contemporary artists and published hundreds of essays, interviews and reviews in books, catalogues and magazines. All his publications are based on actual collaborations and conversations with artists.
This platform was developed by Evi Bert (M HKA / Centrum Kunstarchieven Vlaanderen) in collaboration with the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp (Research group Archivolt), M HKA, Antwerp and Koen Van der Auwera. We also thank Idris Sevenans (HOR) and Marc Ruyters (Hart Magazine).
(c)videostill: Hans Theys
On June 10th 2020, exactly thirty years after testing Panamarenko's diving suit 'Portuguese Man of War' in the Indian Ocean, Hans Theys visits Panamarenko's former home, which has been restored by M HKA. Also featuring Oona Van San, Idris Sevenans, Fran Van Coppenolle, Simon Masschelein, Vincent Van Meenen and Anna Godzina. No copyright infringement intended by the use of the song.
