Yesica Patiachi Tayori – The Corporeal Lines of the Harakbut Women 1

Selection from the Harakbut Collection

Artist: Yesica Patiachi Tayori
Name in Harakbut (pseudonym): Chikka
Title: Las Líneas Corporales de la Mujer Harakbut 1 / The
Corporeal Lines of the Harakbut Women 1
Media: Paint on Canvas
Dimensions: 16”x 27”

Brief description: Just as many native peoples have their traditional dress, the Harakbut used natural dyes directly on the body and created design lines which were worn as a sign of respect to the beings that inhabit the forest. This artwork shows Harakbut lines used by women around the breast area.

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