China Diabla
China Diabla
Paola Chávez Dueñas
Acrylic on canvas
China Diabla speaks about identity, memory, and belonging. Inspired by a character from the Diablada dance, the figure wears the coat of arms of Peru on her chest and holds a heart made of flowers drawn from traditional Peruvian textiles. The mask and the girl’s face coexist as two parts of the same identity: what we inherit and what we make our own. Because traditions are not only worn or celebrated; they are also carried, with pride, in the heart.
Height: 17 in
Width: 13 in
Depth: 1 in
Artist Bio:
Paola Chavez Dueñas is a Peruvian artist based in New Jersey who finds inspiration in childhood memories, Andean traditions, motherhood, and the experience of living away from home. Her work explores identity, cultural roots, feminine strength, tradition, and memory through colorful, narrative paintings that reinterpret elements of Peruvian culture in a personal and contemporary way. Find more of Paola’s work on Instagram at @pao_chavdu.
Artist Identifiers:
Immigrant to U.S., Woman-Owned
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