Moongate by Simon Probyn, Steel, Edition Limited, 226cm high by 220cm wide by 32cm deep

Moongate by Simon Probyn is a large abstract steel sculpture, measuring 226cm high, 220cm wide, and 32cm deep. The work takes the form of a vast circular hoop, a simple yet powerful gesture in steel. Its bold, geometric presence stands firmly within its surroundings, while its open centre invites viewers to move through it, transforming the sculpture into both an object and an experience.

Probyn’s choice of material gives Moongate a striking presence. The steel surface carries an industrial strength, yet its perfect circular form brings a sense of harmony and balance. The hoop recalls ancient stone or wooden gateways, while reimagining the idea in a thoroughly modern, minimal language. Its clean lines allow it to interact dynamically with its environment, framing the landscape, shifting as one moves, and drawing attention to the space it encloses.

Walking through the sculpture becomes part of the artwork itself. The act creates a moment of transition, echoing themes of passage, openness, and continuity. Seen from a distance, the hoop reads as a commanding visual landmark. Experienced up close, it becomes a threshold, playful and contemplative at once.

Moongate captures the essence of abstract form, simple yet resonant, industrial yet poetic. Its presence reshapes the viewer’s relationship to space, offering both sculpture and portal in one.