Bernardo Toaquiza (Ecuador, 20th-21st century)
Scene with Shaman (Curandero) Performing Purification (La Limpia) or Healing Ritual
acrylic on sheep skin; wooden stretcher and original painted frame
2001
Tigua, Ecuador
dimensions including frame: 20 x 24.5 cm
signed and dated: "Bernardo Toaquiza 06 / 01."
inscription in black ink on verso:
"TIGUA - ECUADOR"
"TEMA: EL SHAMAN está curando con el poder de la madre tierra, en el río."
["The shaman is healing with the power of mother earth, in the river."]
acquired in Ecuador by Jack Daulton in 2001