Belkis Ayón
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| Belkis Ayón Manso | |
| Born | January 23, 1967 Havana, Cuba |
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| Died | September 11, 1999 Havana, Cuba |
| Occupation | Painter, Lithographer |
| Website http://belkisayon.com |
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Belkis Ayón Manso (January 23, 1967 – September 11, 1999) was a Cuban artist and lithographer[1]. Her work was based on Afro-Cuban religion, combining the myth of Sikan and the traditions of the Abakuá, a men's secret society, though her work was often thought to reflect her personal issues as well.[2] Her work began exhibition in 1988, and exhibitions continued until at least 2006[3]. The artist committed suicide at the age of 32.
Since her death, the Cuban government has declared her work a patrimony, and so none of it is currently allowed to leave the country.[4]
[edit] References
- ^ Belkis Ayón Website. Retrieved on 2008-03-30.
- ^ Cultural Critics Page 6
- ^ Belkis Ayón Biography - Personal Exhibitions. Retrieved on 2008-03-30.
- ^ Cultural Critics Page 5
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