Maru
Within the Uku Pacha—the underworld in the Andean worldview—reside the ancestors who watch over the community from the spiritual plane, offering guidance and ensuring the continuity of life.
It is a realm where ancient roots and spiritual mysteries converge. In this domain, the serpent—known in Quechua as Amaru—is the guardian of secrets. It moves through cave tunnels, connects with underground waters, and serves as a bridge between spirits and humankind. The serpent represents fertility, the cycle of life and death, and is a symbol of constant renewal.
Artwork Details
Date
2025
Zone
Boulevard
Author
Jumping Lomo
Fabrication Team
Creadictiva
Weight
450 kg
Dimensions
2.3m x 2.8m x 2.8m
Material
Polyester resin reinforced with fiberglass
Jumping Lomo
Jumping Lomo is an artistic duo formed by Jieying Li (Guangzhou, China) and Guillermo Fajardo (Lima, Peru). It was born in 2013 with the exhibition Los Patroncitos, which proposed a fusion between Peru’s traditional patron saint festivals and the art toy movement.
Since then, Jumping Lomo has continually drawn inspiration from the rich pre-Hispanic cultures and folklore of Peru, as well as the profound and timeless Andean worldview. The collective develops original characters across a variety of formats, including art toys, sculptures, ceramics, mugs, pins, apparel, and more.
Jumping Lomo has participated in a wide range of individual and group exhibitions, both nationally and internationally, including: Beijing Toy Show (Beijing, 2018), Wacky Gods (London, 2022), El Despertar de Wiracocha (Lima, 2019), Sneaker Con (Shanghai, 2021), Speakeasy Art Show (Tokyo, 2021), and SDCR (Costa Rica, 2023).
