Baku hosts Peruvian artist Sol Alejo’s exhibition “The Imaginary World between the Andes and the Caucasus”

The Heydar Aliyev Center hosted the opening of Peruvian artist Sol Alejo’s exhibition, “The Imaginary World between the Andes and the Caucasus.”

Alpacas, symbolic of the Andean highlands, are the central figures in Alejo’s works, depicted with human emotions, Caliber.Az reports via local media.

Before the ceremony, the artist told journalists that Peru is globally renowned as the homeland of alpacas, which dominate much of her artwork, rendered in a contemporary style.

Inspired by the historical monuments and landmarks of Baku and Shamakhi, Alejocreated pieces for the exhibition featuring alpacas in these locations, experiencing new emotions and ideas during her visits.

Drawing on the nature of the Andes and Caucasus mountains, she portrays alpacas symbolically and emotionally—sometimes alone, sometimes in pairs—highlighting their connection to the surrounding environment.

Alejo emphasised the special significance of this collection for her and indicated the possibility of creating new works related to Azerbaijan in the future.

Guests explored the exhibition, which includes a range of Alejo’s works, including pieces created specifically for the Baku show. A participant in more than 60 local and international exhibitions, Alejo has been passionate about art since childhood. Her works underscore art as an intercultural bridge, with alpacas representing a shared symbol across the Andes and Caucasus, transcending borders, while carrying both narrative and emotional meaning.

By Jeyhun Aghazada