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Oct 4, 2016 · Napoleon Abueva, Father of modern Filipino sculpture, the National Artist of the Philippines – and the youngest artist to receive the honor – is credited with leading the way for the nation’s sculptors, and serves as a living legend of the Filipino art world.
Napoleon "Billy" Veloso Abueva (January 26, 1930 – February 16, 2018) was known as the "Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture" Through Proclamation No. 1539. He was proclaimed National Artist for Sculpture in 1976 when he was 46, making him the youngest recipient of the award to date.
Discover all artworks by Napoleon Veloso Abueva (Filipino, 1930 - 2018) on MutualArt along with auctions, exhibitions and articles featuring the artist.
1 day ago · Napoleon Veloso Abueba is the born expirementor . Seeking to extend the boundaries of his art he invented “buoyant sculpture” which has intrigued puzzled and finally inspired his generation of sculptors. He has also created play sculpture and sculpture furniture, both of which reflect his originality and versatility.
Feb 16, 2018 · Magdangal (2008) One of Abueva’s many sculptures in UP Diliman, “Magdangal” was created in celebration of UP’s centennial year in 2008. The bronze statue stands in front of the College of Arts...
Kaganapan, sculpted by Abueva in 1952 when he was a young student at the University of the Philippines, won the grand prize in the Art Association of the Philippines’ annual competition. This work was a breakthrough in Philippine sculpture.
Napoleon V. Abueva (born 1930) is one of the most important figures in Philippine art history. Acknowledged as the Father of Philippine Modern Sculpture, Abueva, according to an excerpt from his ...
