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2022
Oil on canvas
121 x 91 cm | 47.6 x 35.8 in.
USD 3,600
Fountian II is a Costa Rica Caribbean painting.
Christian Wedel’s Costa Rica Caribbean painting called Fountian II, where the boundaries between the organic and the uncanny blur in a mesmerizing display of form and color. Inspired by his immersive experiences in Puerto Viejo on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, Wedel delves deep into the lush rainforest to unearth the hidden connections between inert matter, plant life, and the human body.
Across a diverse array of mediums—from charcoal and oil paintings to ceramics and found objects—Wedel explores the vitality of tropical flora, dissecting and reimagining the jungle’s intricate ecosystem. His works pulsate with an eerie energy, as uncanny plant-like forms intertwine with human contours, blurring the line between the familiar and the alien.
With a keen eye for detail, Wedel deconstructs nature’s beauty, simplifying shapes and imbuing them with a surreal, spiritual dimension. Through his art, he invites viewers to ponder the ambiguous relationship between humanity and the natural world, reflecting on themes of environmental consciousness and the postnaturalist movement.
In this Costa Rica Caribbean painting, Wedel’s evocative imagery transcends mere representation, transporting viewers to futuristic realms where plants take on a life of their own, challenging our perceptions of reality and inviting us to explore the mysteries of the Other.
Shipping: This artwork will be rolled for shipment.
Black, Green, Grey, white
USD 2,000 – 5,000
large, medium
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