Alfredo Abeijon

DEMEURES: BERCEAU, MÈRE, TERRE, RACINE
11.21–12.15.1996

Through a series of three house-shaped structures, I invite an examination of the concepts of stability, security, and boundaries associated with the image of a dwelling. Within a traditional structure (a wooden framework), the components are manipulated to offer a fresh perspective on the notion of “home.” The structures are sized to accommodate only a limited amount of furniture—a bed, a table, and a chair. Like a monk’s cell or a prison cell, these dwellings serve as both a refuge and an enclosure. Their dimensions and furnishings—designed for a single occupant—reflect the solitude of the individual and, by extension, that of social groups.

These works explore notions of borders, security, and belonging, responding to the anxieties of our society. No solution is offered; the viewer is left free to interpret the work and form their own perceptions.