In the city of Wanchaq, Peru, on a sunlit day, two performers in elaborate traditional costumes are captured mid-stride on a paved street

In the city of Wanchaq, Peru, on a sunlit day, two performers in elaborate traditional costumes are captured mid-stride on a paved street. The primary subject, in the foreground, is a dancer in a red and black outfit adorned with vibrant embroidered birds and flowers. They wear a striking mask with a red face, sharp teeth, and horns, topped with a black hat. The dancer holds a gray rectangular object in their left hand and a braided rope whip in their right, appearing to be in mid-jump, with their feet in black and red shoes and white leggings airborne. Behind them, another masked performer in a similar costume, featuring a red cape and an embroidered vest, walks on the street. The background shows a tree-lined sidewalk with spectators sitting and standing, and a white building. The overall scene depicts a lively cultural procession or festival.