Name: Paiche
Artist: Enrique Casanto
Technique: Acrylic on canvas.
Dimensions: 69x31cm
 
Paiche
Shimántare lived in the lagoon and had the boa constrictor as his ally. When enemies came, he called on the boa constrictor to devour them. This alliance between water and serpent represents the cooperation between the aquatic and terrestrial worlds. Shimántare is the guardian of abundance and mystery, a symbol of the power that comes from the alliance with the spirits.