Abstract
This artwork is related to the territory and cultural heritage because it incorporates fundamental elements of Amazonian mythology and nature that are intrinsic to the region. The symbols and scenes depicted on the machetes and oars represent the deep connection that Amazonian communities have with their natural surroundings and spiritual beliefs. By capturing these representations of everyday objects used in daily life, the artist pays tribute to the cultural heritage of the Amazon and highlights the importance of preserving the territory and the cultural narratives and symbols accompanying it. The artwork serves as a means to convey and preserve cultural heritage and the connection to the land, emphasizing its value in the identity and history of the region.
This artwork is a captivating visual representation that combines everyday items like machetes and oars with the rich Amazonian mythology and symbols of nature. The artist has transformed these utilitarian objects into canvases to tell stories and convey deep cultural and spiritual connections.
On the surface of the machetes and oars, one can appreciate detailed scenes that narrate stories from Amazonian mythology. These scenes may include mythological beings such as Yacuruna, the spirit of water, or the Mother of the Waters, significant entities in Amazonian beliefs. Furthermore, the artist employs symbols representing the surrounding nature, such as snakes, ancestral trees, and exotic birds.
Citation
Arias, Graciela. 2021. 'El primer hombre no fue hombre, fue mujer [The First Man Wasn't a Man, but a Woman]'. Dispossessions in the Americas. https://dia.upenn.edu/en/art/APER043/
