Louie Bretaña Philippines | New Zealand, b. 1967
Buan (Moon), 2022
Acrylic, glitter and glass crystals on repurposed hessian cloth
49 5/8 x 40 1/8 in
126 x 102 cm
126 x 102 cm
“Buan” is an homage to the Filipino Diwata of the moon who lost an eye when she fought the sun Arao for the right to share rule of the universe....
“Buan” is an homage to the Filipino Diwata of the moon who lost an eye when she fought the sun Arao for the right to share rule of the universe. She rules the night as Arao rules the day and brings blessings of justice, fairness, and equality.
