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Francisco was a most distinguished practitioner of mural painting for many decades and best known for his historical pieces. He was one of the first Filipino modernists along with Galo Ocampo and Victorio C. Edades who broke away from Fernando Amorsolo 's romanticism of Philippine scenes.
Carlos Modesto "Botong" Villaluz Francisco (November 4, 1912 – March 31, 1969) was a Filipino muralist from Angono, Rizal. Francisco was a most distinguished practitioner of mural painting for many decades and best known for his historical pieces.
Francisco was recognized multiple times for achievement in visual art, including his painting “Kaingin” (Swidden), winning first prize in the inaugural national exhibition of the Art Association of the Philippines (AAP) held at the National Museum in 1948.
Tucked in the bustling streets of are Manila are big pictures painted by two small yet gifted hands. In this article, Tatler looks into the decades-long impact of National Artist for painting Carlos "Botong" Francisco.
Nov 4, 2022 · The #NationalMuseumPH celebrates the 110th birth anniversary of National Artist for Painting Carlos Villaluz Francisco (1912-1969), also known as ‘Botong.’ Born #OnThisDay in Angono, Rizal, Botong is famous for his large-scale historical paintings.
The artist’s first major mural was done for the 1953 Manila International Fair. Its theme, 500 years of Philippine history, encompassed legendary origins to the formation of the republic. In 1964 Francisco was commissioned by the City of Manila to do a historical mural for the Bulwagang Katipunan.
Feb 22, 2018 · One of Botong Francisco’s Most Famous Murals is Now on Display at the National Museum. Filipino Struggles Through History is considered one of Francisco’s greatest works, second only to Juan Luna’s Spoliarium.
Jan 23, 2013 · Up Close and Personal: Botong Francisco through Lenses and Letters brings together original correspondence from the Francisco family collection and photographs of the National Artist by lensman Dick Baldovino. The exhibit can be seen from January 25 to April 30, 2013.
Sep 8, 2018 · View Carlos “Botong” Francisco’s artworks on artnet. Learn about the artist and find an in-depth biography, exhibitions, original artworks, the latest news, and sold auction prices.
Nov 4, 2021 · On the 109 th Birth anniversary of National Artist Carlos “Botong” Francisco, the #NationalMuseumPh features this unique watercolor on paper work by the artist born #OnThisDay in 1912. This rare and undated watercolor on paper by Botong is entitled “Lost in the Forest.”
