Belkis Ayón

Belkis Ayón Manso
Born January 23, 1967
Havana, Cuba
Died September 11, 1999
Havana, Cuba
Occupation painter, Lithographer
Website
http://belkisayon.com

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]

References

  1. ↑ "Belkis Ayón Website". Archived from the original on 4 March 2008. Retrieved 2008-03-30.
  2. ↑ Cultural Critics Page 6
  3. ↑ "Belkis Ayón Biography - Personal Exhibitions". Retrieved 2008-03-30.
  4. ↑ Cultural Critics Page 5

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