Title: “Taita”
Artist: Charruart
Dimensions: 8″ long x 5.5″ wide
Technique: Modeled and glazed ceramic
Unique piece, 2017
US$300
“Taita” is a work that represents a wise man with a tunic, symbolizing the figure of the “taita” in Quichua indigenous culture. The term “taita” means “father” and is used to refer to elderly men who deserve respect, such as fathers, grandfathers, and authorities. The work aims to honor the wisdom and authority of indigenous leaders and preserve culture and tradition.