Crossroads

Name: Crossroads
Brand: Gerald Dougall
Price: 2850.0 GBP
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Description

This painting explores themes of home, identity, and transition. The figure carries a small, rooted house on their back, symbolising the emotional weight of the past and the difficulty of moving forward while still being tethered to familiar places or memories. The bird perched atop the house represents freedom, guidance, or the longing for release.

The traffic light, showing both red and green, reflects an internal conflict-whether to stay or move ahead. With the vast ocean in the background, the painting suggests the possibility of new beginnings, yet the figure's hesitation conveys the struggle of letting go.

Oil on canvas | Framed with triple frame - off white tone with open grain wood

FramingFramed

Width 99.1

Height 139.7

Location: At the gallery, Wimbledon
Shape: Portrait
Tags: Animals Coastal Figurative

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The Artist

Gerald Dougall

Gerald Dougall is a South African-born artist and painter, originally from Zimbabwe. Raised in Johannesburg, he was deeply influenced by the vibrant urban environment, which sparked his early interest in art. As a child, he gravitated toward sketching and painting, developing a passion for visual expression that would stay with him throughout his life.

In his youth, Dougall moved to various coastal towns, where the ocean became another major source of inspiration for his work. The natural beauty of the sea, with its ever-changing colours and forms, left a lasting imprint on his artistic style.

Later in life, Dougall traveled overseas, expanding his horizons and further immersing himself in the global art scene. His exposure to diverse cultures and artistic traditions enriched his approach to painting, blending both urban and natural elements.

Today, Dougall lives in Dublin, Ireland, where his work continues to reflect his diverse influences-from the dynamic landscapes of Johannesburg and the serenity of coastal living to his international artistic experiences.