The legend of Cantuña
€2.00 – €200.00
Hand painted canvas in acrylic colors and protected with gloss varnish.
Dimension (cm): 60 x 40.
It depicts a conversation between the devil and an indigene in the church of San Francisco de Quito. Bright warm colors and dominant red and blue tones. Asymmetrical composition. Contrast focus with artificial light effects.
Painting style: Latin magic realism.
Description
Painting based on the Quito legend of Cantuña and the atrium of San Francisco. In the legend, an indigenous native named Cantuña, was hired by the Franciscan friars to complete one of the most iconic Churches in Quito: San Francisco Church. Catuña and his men worked tirelessly but much was left to finish. Taking advantage of Catuña’s desperation, the Devil offered to help in exchange for his soul. Nevertheless, before daybreak, the boastful Devil was ready to claim Catuña’s soul as the church appeared to be complete, but it was not a brick was missing.
Date created: Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT
