Raices De Occidente 1999

"Raices De Occidente," created in 1999 by Douglas Abdell, is a mixed-media assemblage that features a carved stone structure resembling a house resting on a wooden platform. The platform is supported by a weathered, wooden stepladder, adding to the work's sense of fragility and the passage of time. The use of found objects, like the ladder, is a hallmark of Abdell's work, reflecting themes of memory, history, and the ephemeral nature of existence. The artwork's title, translating to "Roots of the West," suggests a connection to the artist's cultural heritage and a meditation on the past.