Art
Joropo Dancers, Venezuela
- Item Number
- 121
- Estimated Value
- 900 USD
- Opening Bid
- 225 USD
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.
Item Description
Acrylic, 11x14 inches unframed, gallery canvas 1.5 inches deep (no frame required)
According to the cultural history of Venezuela, this dance style is said to have originated from a tropical grassland plain known as "Los Llanos" belonging to Venezuela and Colombia. This dance was so popular in Venezuela that in the year 1882 it was officially declared the "national dance". Later, during the 18th century, this dance style was named "joropo" which means "a party" in the Llanero community.
The musical style combines South American, African and European elements. Common instruments used are the llanera harp or mandolin, maracas, and a Cuatro (a Venezuelan guitar with four strings). "Alma Llanera" is a well-known joropo song which is considered an unofficial national anthem of Venezuela.
Artist's Note:
The flow of the dancers' dresses is eye-catching as are their brilliant colors. It all adds up to a joyful vision!
Item Special Note
Hearts & Homes for Refugees' Note:
Music can be a way to bring a piece of home to a new country. At one gathering organized by a Hearts & Homes for Refugees volunteer, refugee guests danced to music in Arabic, Farsi, French, Spanish and English!
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