Name/Title
Come to the Orishas BallEntry/Object ID
2026.06.0001Tags
Black/African American/AfricanDescription
Acrylic on canvas painting by Olga Manosalvas depicting an elegantly dressed woman who appears to embody the presence of a devotee or ceremonial participant within Santería, an Afro-Caribbean spiritual tradition. Wearing a vibrant yellow blouse, flowing green skirt, and red waist wrap, she stands confidently before pastel-colored shutters, her poised stance conveying dignity, authority, and ritual purpose. Around her neck hangs a layered necklace of brightly colored beads suggestive of those worn in devotion to the Orishas, while large hoop earrings further accentuate her commanding presence.
In one hand, she carries a puppet-like figure mounted on a staff, an object that may evoke ceremonial symbolism, procession, or spiritual performance. Beside her rests a wooden cart overflowing with tropical fruits, including watermelon and pineapple, foods that can be understood as offerings, abundance, and hospitality within cultural traditions. A black cat moves at her feet, lending the composition an air of mystery and spiritual watchfulness.Type of Painting
EaselCollection
Art CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Manosalvas, OlgaRole
ArtistDate made
2001Time Period
20th CenturyInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
SignatureLocation
Lower Right CornerTranscription
ManosalvasLanguage
EnglishMaterial/Technique
PaintedLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PaintingNomenclature Class
ArtNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsCondition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionOverall Condition
Very Good