This painting was unveiled for the first time on December 9, 1999 in conjunction with the unveiling of the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial at the foot of the Annapolis City Harbor.

The watercolor and pen and ink design includes a portrait of the late Roots author, Alex Haley, superimposed over a depiction of the new Memorial in Annapolis,Maryland, and the plaque honoring Haley's ancestor, Kunta Kinte, which was installed at the same site in 1981. The words on the plaque are visible in the painting. Each copy is hand numbered and signed by the artist.

Denise Cabral, artist of the painting, was quoted as saying "Truly this painting, the Memorial statue, and the man, Alex Haley, sends a message of reconciliation and love. I am honored to have a small role in spreading part of this message through my painting."

Limited edition copies of the print are now available for sale and can be purchased directly from the artist. (Call 410-295-7023, or send an e-mail to dmcabral@erols.com for more information.) Copies of the print are also available for sale at the Historic Annapolis Foundation Store located across from the City Dock in Annapolis, Maryland. A portion of the proceeds will be contributed to the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial Foundation.

Prints measure 16" x 20" framed, and 13.5" x 10.5" unframed. They are available for sale unframed, unframed with mat, and framed and matted. Choice of mat colors include Sand Beige, White, or Black. Choice of frames include "Safari Embellishment," and the wood colors of oak, whitewash, and dark walnut.

The price for the print is $62.00, the print with mat is $79, and the framed and matted print is $158.00. All prices include sales tax. The cost for shipping and handling is extra.