Artist: Esther Merino
Title: Peruvian Festivity
Medium: Textile Art
Price: $220
Dimensions: 5.25 x 6 inch
Artist Statement: The "Palo Encebado", also called cucaña, is a popular game widely practiced in many Latin American festivities, Spain and the Philippines since the 16th century. The game consists of climbing a stick covered with grease or soap to make it slippery and win the final prize. This prize can be of any kind, although food rewards are very common!
Artist Bio: Esther Merino works in the traditional art of "arpillería" (textile art), to represent traditional festivities and the everyday life of her ancestors. Every piece is handmade and unique. Esther is excited to share her Peruvian culture with the world at age 78 and bring a small part of Latin America to your living spaces.
