ISBN 978-612-48036-3-5

Reseña

In the heart of the ancient Inca capital stands one of the most remarkable landmarks of the viceregal world: the Cusco Cathedral. Built upon ancestral sacred ground, this jewel of Andean Baroque safeguards gilded cedar altarpieces, colonial canvases, sculptures, and silverwork that constitute an exceptional artistic heritage. This book offers a journey through each of its architectural components —the Church of El Triunfo, the Basilica Cathedral, and the Church of the Holy Family— revealing the stories behind every masterpiece, every religious devotion, and every artistic detail. From the architects who designed these monumental spaces to the great pictorial commissions of Marcos Zapata and the refined carvings of masters like Martín Torres and Indigenous artisans such as Juan Tomás Tuyru Túpac, this work documents the craftsmanship of those who forged a unique legacy. The text also explores the devotional traditions that shaped the city and the creative processes that transformed local materials into sacred art. It reveals how European and Indigenous masters developed a distinct visual language that endures to this day. Illustrated with high-resolution photography and supported by diverse historical sources, this book documents a monument that transcends time: an enduring symbol of Cusco's faith and artistry.