Catalogue nº1 Paucartambo Cusco Peru
“Telling stories to create new ones” Enjoy the feast!
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Kay is a brand dedicated to the production and marketing of handmade pieces and different objects related to industrial design, graphic design and
fashion design. This, in order to create development centers among the inhabitants of many Peruvian locations, where traditional
craftsmanship is a key factor for social growth, as it supports other economic activities specific to this various locations.
Kay activities began in Paucartambo (Cusco), working with craftsmen mask makers; and takes as its inspiration the Feast of the Virgen del Carmen, held between 15 and 19 july.
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Paucartambo is a town hidden between the Andean mountains crowned by a blue sky. It´s a place where both; quechua and spanish have collide creating this amazing culture.
Paucartambo is a province in the department of Cuzco, in Peru. Paucartambo is 3 hours from Cuzco by bus, van or car. In 2007, Paucartambo occupied one of the last places in the index Human Development Rate (IDH) in Peru*. Paucartambo is the home of the Virgen del Carmen and all the wonderful crews that complement their feast. Paucartambo is home to artisans and multifaceted men, like Santiago Rojas and David Villasante. “Tres Cruces� is located in Paucartambo. At this viewpoint, you can see one of the most stunning sunrises in Peru and in the world. In Paucartambo you can stay at the Anka hostel, or you can camp in the Manicomio Azul. * UNESCO report
Every year between july 15 to july 19 people of Paucartambo celebrate the Virgen del Carmen aniversary, one of the two main patron saints. The other one is the Virgen del Rosario. The expetation accumulated along the year eventually comes to a big religious and emotional breakout. A cosmic energy transends everything and remains in time.
The feast of the Virgen del Carmen (July 15th to 19th) is one of the most important and remarkable folklore events in Peru. It is part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Nation, title awarded by the National Institute of Culture. The popularity of this event is due to the infinite fervor of the people of Paucartambo, faithful devotees of his Virgin. In kayarte.com you’ll find detailed information on Paucartambo, their Virgin, their feast and their crews.
Telling stories to create new stories:
Leaving a mark wherever we go is a predominant need in our reality. The stories we tell using not only text, but also images and objects, are unevenly recorded in the mind of every person, and so, they create feelings and reproduce different expressions. For those who believe in our stories, we give them an opportunity for self-knowledge, taking into account first, that the initial feeling for both sides is the same: we want to know and discover, and in this way we create our own history.
Enjoy the feast!
Qhapaq Negro The representation of this group, according to oral tradition, refers to former black slaves from the coast of Peru and from Potosi, which were established in Paucartambo in order to work on the plantations of Spanish families in the Q’osñipata Valley, as farmers or in mining, doing the extra work which the natives of the jungle couldn’t do.
Product Details: Qhapaq Negro - Negrillo Paper mache, plaster cast / Oil painting. 11.4”(H)6.7”(D)6.7”(W) $ 42.00*
Saqras They are devils that give the counterpart and a dual sense to the feast of the Virgen del Carmen. In other words, Saqras represent temptation and disorder, and the Virgin represents the divine order. It’s important to know that he meaning of Saqra is not the same as the meaning of Supay: the first connotes a seductive and naughty devil, and the second is a malicious and dangerous one.
Product Details: Wolf-1 Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 13”(H)7.5”(D)7.1”(W) $ 104.00
Product Details: Wolf-2 Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 13”(H)7.5”(D)7.1”(W) $ 104.00
Product Details: Wolf-3 Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 13”(H)7.5”(D)7.1”(W) $ 104.00
Product Details: Tigger-1 Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 13”(H)7.5”(D)7.1”(W) $ 104.00
Product Details: Owl-1 Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 13”(H)7.5”(D)7.1”(W) $ 104.00
Product Details: Owl-2 Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 13”(H)7.5”(D)7.1”(W) $ 104.00
Product Details: Satan-1 Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 13”(H)7.5”(D)7,1”(W) $ 104.00
Product Details: Bear Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 13”(H)7.5”(D)7.1”(W) $ 104.00
Negrillo We are working on it.
Product Details: Negrillo-1 Paper mache, plaster cast. Oil painting. 11.4”(H)6.7”(D)6.7”(W) $ 90.00
Auqa chileno A native group from Paucartambo, although the Auq’a chileno refer to the Chilean soldiers who invaded Peru in the Pacific Ocean War in 1870.
Product Details: Chilean Auqa Paper mache, plaster cast Oil painting 11.4”(H)6.7”(D)6.7”(W) $ 90.00
10%
0f the masks sales
are destined by KAY to enhance the transmission of this creative artesanl activity to youngsters in Paucartambo.
“Being a craftsman means being able and capable of making art with anything. It means being a carrier of ideas and innovate to give my best in every job. Bying able to express with my hands all that my mind feels when I listen to the Huayno of my people. Giving free rein to my creativity in a world where my hands and my mind connect without prejudice. I thank my parents and grandparents for giving me life in Paucartambo, and make me live their customs and dance at the feet of the Mamacha Carmen�. Waldir Barrantes - Artisan
Bakers represent all work related to the task of making bread in wo od-fired ovens. This is because Paucartambo was a territory known for its production of breads. Currently there are two ovens in the district of Paucartambo and this job every day unfolds naturally. After being gone for about 15 years, this crew reappeared in 1991.
Product Details: Baker-1 Paper mache, plaster cast. Oil painting. 11.4”(H)6.7”(D)6.7”(W) $ 90.00
The Maqt’a is the young farmer who acts individually in the party, and therefore, has no rigid rules to follow. They can help different crews, walk telling jokes to viewers, and even make a way for the crews that are close, among other services like serving food to the dancers or musicians.
Product Details: Maqta-1 Paper mache, plaster cast. Oil painting. 11.4”(H)6.7”(D)6.7”(W) $ 90.00
Product Details: Maqta-2 Paper mache, plaster cast. Oil painting. 11.4”(H)6.7”(D)6.7”(W) $ 90.00
Go beyond
One of our goals is to provide information on peruvian forms, colors and traditions, so Kay will play as a learning tool for anyone interested to go further.
Qhapaq Chuncho They represent the wild people living in the jungle of Q `osĂąipata. This crew is one of the most important within the feast, as its representation is explained in mythic terms: Chunchos have a story to tell about its origin related to the origin of the Virgen del Carmen in Paucartambo. They assume the role of “guardians and the favorite dancers of the Virgen del Carmenâ€?. They walk closely with her, watching over her, singing and dancing in every procession.
Qhapaq Qolla The Qhapaq Qolla represent traders coming from the highlands (Qullasuyu) on holidays in order to exchange their products. They come with their llamas, which carry the goods. The Qhapaq Qulla sing songs of fervor on its different appearances in front of the Virgen del Carmen. Two of the most important moments are the blessing of the bridge and the parting blessing in the temple courtyard. With this songs they reflect the sacrifice of the trip to Paucartambo, the melancholy they experience leaving at the end of the festival and the devotion they have for their ‘mamacha’.
Danzaq We are working on it.
Majenos This group is known for representing the ancient traders and muleteers from the Majes Valley in Arequipa. They sold wine and spirits. Despite being gone for a while, the Majenos, since 1970, continue being a group with a very important level and where many people want to be part of them. On the day of entry they appear riding horses. Then, they get off his hat and bow before the court.
K`achampa This crew portrays young Inca warriors. By dancing they demonstrate their physical power and represent the struggle and triumph in combat. The Kachampa are purely native from the province of Paucartambo, which comes froms the days of the Inca empire.
Paucartampus We are working on it.
Chunchachas We are working on it.
Counter Dance (Contradanza) The Counter Dance is a dance associated with agricultural work, where the leader introduces dancers in farm work. It is also said to be a kind of mockery of the dances played by the Spanish in the Colony. The very name suggests this: Counter Dance. This troupe earns its reputation for
its great deployment and the many
awards received, one of which was in 1991, where they won the Golden Spike in the festival of Inti Raymi, and for being the first group to have acquired a private room in the village and have enrolled in the National Institute of Culture.
Wayras/Siklla This group represents and satirizes the lawyers and local authorities who do not follow the law and act under the logic of corruption. They are abusive to the common people, especially illiterate andeans and they prefer liviing an easy life devoted to alcohol and seducing women. They are also called “Doctorcitos�.
Waka Waka This group was created in Paucartambo in the early twentieth century. The Waka-waka represent the Spanish bullfight.
Mestiza Qollacha The name of this group has a Quechua origin, and comes from the word “qoya” once used to refer to the sister or wife of the Inca, and the diminutive “cha” which associates the word to a single girl. It is currently used to designate the andean woman who has some importance and who walks wearing their best clothes. The Mestizas Qullachas personify the single most beautiful girls from families with social prestige, which are seduced by men called Wayna.* *Fiesta Andina, Mamacha Carmen en Paucartambo, Martine du Authier.
Chukchu This masked youths originally represented patients from Paucartambo infected by malaria, who contracted the disease while working as laborers that extracted rubber in the jungle of Q’osñipata or adventurers in search of gold. Currently, this group represents not only those infected by malaria, but also, for AIDS and certain cancers. They come to the party to honor and beg salvation to his ‘mamacha’.
Unique forms - Unique hands - Unique minds
All the characters contained in this catalogue belong to the feast of the Virgen del Carmen of Paucartambo, Cusco. Each mask is unique and holds in itself a special meaning expressed by the artisan when creating it. If you want any mask not available in the catalogue let us know by sending an email to contacto@kayarte.com
“In time with inspiration our forms will grow�
One team - One Spirit Director Sissy Junek Photograph by Virginia Fernandez Renato Marsano Sissy Junek Artisan Waldir Barrantes Contact contacto@kayarte.com facebook/kayarte.com kayarte.com