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Tania Francisca Tapia Figueroa, guardian of ancestral art
Designer Tania Francisca Tapia Figueroa is one of the protagonists of the bookHacedores y Hacedoras, a work that gives a voice and a face to the artisans, artists and designers of Cuenca, telling their life stories. Through her work, Tania not only shapes unique pieces, but also keeps alive traditional techniques that are the heritage of generations. Her commitment to preserving craft knowledge and her passion for the value of handmade creation have made her a reference for cultural continuity in the region. InHacedores y Hacedoras, her testimony reflects a dream shared by many artisans: that each work be recognized not only for its beauty, but as a living expression of the spirit and the history within it.
Responsible institution: UNIVERSIDAD DEL AZUAY.
Exhibition at Begemot Art Fashion Gallery
The Ecuadorian Federation of Exporters, FEDEXPOR, supports TANIA FRANCISCA ART AND DESIGN through the Internacionalízate MIPYME program. The company had the chance to exhibit from December 15, 2019 to January 15, 2020 at Begemot Art Fashion Gallery in Barcelona, Spain, presenting visitors with a product of added value and the chance to widen its markets through the trade relationship between the European Union and Ecuador.
Market expansion
Through the Ecuador-EU trade agreement and the multilateral trade agreement with the European Union, TANIA FRANCISCA ART AND DESIGN takes part in the internationalization program, strengthening its presence in the European market.
Miss Universe, May 2004
The jewelry of the Cuenca designer Tania Francisca Tapia was worn by the Miss Universe contestants in the runway show, an official event held in the city of Cuenca. The creativity of her designs reflects her artistic talent, recognized nationally and internationally.
Closing of the exhibition parallel to the 17th Cuenca Biennial
On November 8, 2025, the closing of the LUDOS ALCHEMISTAE exhibition took place.
Opening of our new gallery
The TANIA FRANCISCA ART AND DESIGN gallery, in its new space on SANTA ANA street, offers jewelry collections and unique pieces whose expression answers the idea of art and of the present moment.
In the gallery you will find ceramic works by Eduardo Vega and his son, the designer Juan Guillermo Vega.
Toquilla-straw pieces by Homero Ortega, with ISO 9001-2008 quality certification.
Alpaca pieces, capes and ponchos by IMANTI ANDEAN HANDICRAFTS.
Wood and tagua pieces designed by Ernesto Jaramillo, ARTES DE LA TIERRA.