Takanakuy
Takanakuy
Paola Chávez Dueñas
Acrylic on canvas
This work is inspired by Takanakuy, a tradition from Chumbivilcas, Cusco, where men and women take part in ritual fights. I was especially struck by seeing women participate in this tradition: dressed in their traditional clothing while also showing strength, courage, and determination. To me, it was a powerful image of femininity within Andean traditions.
Height: 14 in
Width: 11 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
