Aluminum Yucca, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a unique art installation created by Gordon Huether. Made from salvaged hollow aluminum fuel tanks from F-16 military aircraft, the sculpture resembles the scooped shape of the native Datil Yucca leaf and is illuminated at night by a solar-powered color wheel, showcasing the vibrant hues of the Albuquerque desert landscape.
Celebrating the romance and nostalgia of western Road Culture in the 20th century, Aluminum Yucca pays homage to iconic Route 66 with its exaggerated scale and references to wigwam-shaped hotels, Mexican sombreros, and giant cowboy boots. Situated on I-40 in Tijeras Canyon, it serves as the gateway to Albuquerque, capturing the essence of the region's artistic and cultural heritage.
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