Grogoldoos c. 1930 - 1994

"Grogoldoos" is a mixed media assemblage created by Willem Woutherus Schüller. Looking at this reminds me of the impulse to archive and collect. It must have been a very personal exploration for Schüller to gather these disparate objects and arrange them so carefully. I imagine him sifting through old photographs, documents, and mementos, each one holding a piece of his story. The box itself becomes a container of memories, a way to preserve and make sense of the past. The various textures and colors create a kind of visual symphony, each element contributing to the overall composition. It almost feels like a conversation between the artist and his materials, a dialogue between memory and form. It makes me think about other artists who have used found objects and collage to explore themes of identity, history, and memory, like Kurt Schwitters or Joseph Cornell. Artists are often in conversation with each other, building on the ideas and innovations of those who came before. Ultimately, the beauty of this kind of artwork is that it invites us to bring our own experiences and interpretations to the table.