Ronal Sanchez Santa Cruz (Peruvian) Majeno...

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Lot number	273
Estimate	650.00 - 950.00 USD
Auction	International Fine Art & Original Peruvian Ceramics
Date	August 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM MDT
Auction house	Gallery Arts & Auctions Co.
Location	New Mexico, New Mexico

Dance Mask Master Hand-Crafted Ceremonial Mask. This expressive Majeno Dance Mask is a completely original and individually hand-crafted ceremonial work by Peruvian master mask maker Ronal Sanchez Santa Cruz. Created in Cusco, Peru, the mask belongs to the visual tradition of the Danza Majeno, one of the emblematic dances performed during the celebrated Festividad de la Virgen del Carmen de Paucartambo. The piece is distinguished by its highly theatrical character and unmistakable profile. The mask features an elongated nose, vivid blue eye, arched black eyebrow, red linear facial accents, a bright red mouth, and a sculpted pointed beard, all reinforced by an animated expression full of personality and movement. A flowing natural fiber moustache and beard element adds depth, texture, and a strong performative presence, making the work especially striking both as a ceremonial object and as a display piece. Within the festival tradition, the Majeno character is associated with elegance, wit, and festive theatricality, recalling historical figures linked to trade and regional cultural exchange. This mask captures that spirit beautifully through its stylized features, vibrant painted surface, and playful yet commanding expression. It is an excellent example of how living dance traditions in the Andes transform mask-making into a highly refined folk art form. The craftsmanship is especially notable in the clean sculptural modeling of the face, the carefully balanced polychrome decoration, and the dramatic silhouette created by the long nose and open mouth. The result is a visually memorable and highly collectible work that reflects both ceremonial tradition and the individual artistry of the maker. Entirely hand-crafted and hand-painted, this mask is a unique original creation. It represents an outstanding example of contemporary Peruvian ceremonial art and will appeal strongly to collectors of masks, festival traditions, Latin American folk art, and authentic hand-crafted cultural objects. ARTIST Ronal Sanchez Santa Cruz is a recognized Peruvian mask maker associated with the traditional festivities of Paucartambo, Cusco. His work preserves and reinterprets the rich ceremonial mask-making practices linked to the dances of the Virgen del Carmen celebration, one of the most important popular religious festivals in Peru. PROVENANCE Acquired directly from the artist in Peru for Gallery Arts & Auctions Co. AUTHENTICITY This mask is a completely original and individually hand-crafted creation by Ronal Sanchez Santa Cruz. A Certificate of Authenticity issued directly by the artist may be provided upon request, when available. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUE Individually modeled and hand-painted ceremonial dance mask with applied fiber elements and sculptural detailing. DIMENSIONS Height: 8 in. Width: 7 in. COLLECTION NOTE Carefully selected in Peru by

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