Figure 11 Victoria Quispe Mamani, master artisan born in Pitumarca and living in the town of Sicuani. Victoria has received several awards and recognitions for her knowledge and traditional practice. Among the latest, the recognition “Weaving Art and Wisdom” by UNESCO and the Commission of Women and Family of the Congress of the Republic of Peru (October 2018). Photo: Victor Zea (Copyright © 2021 HILANDO VICTORIA) | ||
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Category. Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events | Volume. 16 | Year. 2021 |
Title. The status of women weavers as heritage bearers: Accounts of social transformation and empowerment in the province of Canchis, Cuzco, Peru | ||
Figure 11 Victoria Quispe Mamani, master artisan born in Pitumarca and living in the town of Sicuani. Victoria has received several awards and recognitions for her knowledge and traditional practice. Among the latest, the recognition “Weaving Art and Wisdom” by UNESCO and the Commission of Women and Family of the Congress of the Republic of Peru (October 2018). Photo: Victor Zea (Copyright © 2021 HILANDO VICTORIA) |