Art
Ripe Mangoes, Venezuela
- Item Number
- 119
- Estimated Value
- 900 USD
- Sold
- 425 USD to lrb6af8f3
The winning bid will go to FrontStream Global Fund (tax ID 26-3265577), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, which will send the donation to Hearts And Homes For Refugees (tax ID 813361872) on behalf of the winner.
- Number of Bids
- 4 - Bid History
Item Description
Oil, 12x12 inches unframed, gallery canvas 1.5 inches deep (no frame required)
In recent years, the mango has become especially important to the Venezuelan people. As food shortages, extremely high inflation, and an ongoing political crisis wreak havoc, mango trees provide one source of relief for the hungry population.
Thanks to its prime climate for growing mangoes, the trees usually yield fruit for one month, three times a year. They are grown all around the country, in private and public spaces, and are highly valued for their considerable nutritional value.
In addition to its culinary applications, mangoes are used for medicinal purposes in the country as a treatment for diabetes, digestive diseases, respiratory problems and other conditions.
Artist's Note:
Mangoes have a unique irregular shape and almost-textural color. I particularly like the mix of orange, magenta and yellow that play off one another depending on how the light hits them. The thick skin of the fruit belies the sweetness of the flesh inside.
Item Special Note
Hearts & Homes for Refugees' Note:
As the crisis worsened in Venezuela, many families fleeing political persecution have been granted asylum in the U.S., some of whom have made their way to Westchester. The 'Helping Hands' program of Hearts & Homes for Refugees has matched four Venezuelan families with volunteer teams, who have provided support ranging from rental assistance to tools and business advice for an asylee's fledgling plumbing business.
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