Six jaguar heads, fierce and brave, guard the tomb of the Lord of Sipán, which was unearthed in 1987. Known as the Warrior Priest, the Lord of Sipán exercised tremendous influence on the Moche culture, greatly expanding their territory. Juan Carlos Ñañake honors this legendary hero with a painting that is impressive in its expressive detail. Ñañake masterfully mixes oil paints, linseed oil and vegetable carbon to create stunning textures that enhance the composition's visual impact. Titled Guardianes in Spanish.
