Maria Lionza is a Venezuelan Goddess, created from the mix of African, Indigenous and Catholic beliefs. She is love, harmony and peace. This piece is a reimagination of what she represents.

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From her womb she pulls a healing energy that safeguards the rainforest covered sierras. 

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Her white feather earring is gifted from one of the 5 white eagles that settled to form the snow covered peaks of the Andes.

The ammonite earring is a sign of her immortal age. 

The Heliconia around her neck demonstrates vitality and abundance. 

The wood-cut prints on her right arm are traditional indigenous custom.

The pattern on her top is inspired by artist - Carlos Cruz-Diez who covered the Caracas airport in a culturally impactful mosaic of this pattern. This is an homage to all who have left the country but continue to be protected by its spirit.

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Every part of this piece is intentionally and fiercely Venezuelan.

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