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This document discusses Neoclassical and Romantic art and architecture in the Philippines, focusing on specific artists and works. The document includes information about historical figures and movements.

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NEOCLASSICAL MOVEMENT -Known as the “AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT” -Line used in neoclassicism to show the peak of emotion NEO-CLASSICISM & ROMANTICISM JUAN LUNA y NOVICIO (1857-1899) - A painter and sculptor who...

NEOCLASSICAL MOVEMENT -Known as the “AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT” -Line used in neoclassicism to show the peak of emotion NEO-CLASSICISM & ROMANTICISM JUAN LUNA y NOVICIO (1857-1899) - A painter and sculptor who became one of the first recognized Philippine artists - A political activist of the Philippine Revolution in the late 19 th century PHILIPPINES N EO - C L A S S I C I S M & RO M A N T I C I S M LU N A FA M O U S WO R K S SPOLARIUM PHILIPPINES GOTHIC REVIVAL ARCHITECHTURE (NEOGOTHIC) Neoclassicism and Romanticism 59 GOTHIC REVIVAL ARCHITECTURE (NEOGOTHIC) Gothic Revival also referred to as Victorian Gothic or Neo- Gothic, Gothic Revival is an architectural movement that began in the late 1740s in England. Many of Neogothic buildings features castellation which is the crenellated walls and towers in imitation of medieval castles. Neoclassicism and Romanticism 60 GOTHIC REVIVAL ARCHITECTURE (NEOGOTHIC) Indeed, heavily castellated Neogothic buildings are often referred to as “castles”, even though they never served a defensive purpose. Among them was Strawberry Hill (demolished), the most famous work of the decorative phase of the Gothic Revival. Neoclassicism and Romanticism 61 GOTHIC REVIVAL ARCHITECTURE (NEOGOTHIC) STRAWBERRY HILL, LONDON Neoclassicism and Romanticism 62 GOTHIC REVIVAL ARCHITECTURE (NEOGOTHIC) Gothic Revival became widely used for churches and civic buildings throughout the West, especially in Britain and the United States. Bricks and stones were both commonly used. ARCHITECTS WHO USED NEOGOTHIC STYLE Neoclassicism and Romanticism 64 CHARLES BARRY He is the name behind Britain‟s foremost Gothic Revival monument the Westminster Palace (aka the Houses of Parliament) Neoclassicism and Romanticism 65 JAMES RENWICK Renwick has his crowning American work, the St. Patrick‟s Cathedral (New York). Neoclassicism and Romanticism 66 NEOCLASSICISM and ROMANTICISM in the Philippines Here in the Philippines, the ideology of Neoclassicism and Romanticism can be seen through various major artworks such as paintings, sculptures and architectural structures. Some of the well-known contributing artists express their skills and ideas on their own respective field of specialization. Neoclassicism and Romanticism 67 FÉLIX RESURRECCIÓN HIDALGO Y PADILLA (1855-1913) Felix Hidalgo was acknowledged as one of the great Filipino painters of the late 19th century and also as significant in Philippine history for having been an acquaintance and inspiration for members of the Philippine reform movement THE CHRISTIAN VIRGINS BEING EXPOSED TO THE POPULACE Neoclassicism and Romanticism 68 JUAN LUNA Y NOVICIO (1857-1899) Juan Luna is a painter and sculptor and he became one of the first recognized Philippine artists. He was also a political activist of the Philippine Revolution during the late 19th century. SPOLIARIUM Neoclassicism and Romanticism 69 JUAN LUNA Y NOVICIO (1857-1899) One of his famous artwork is the Spoliarium. Spoliarium is a Latin word referring to the basement of the Roman Colosseum wherein the fallen and dying gladiators are dumped and devoid of their worldly possessions. The painting features a glimpse of Roman history centered on the bloody carnage brought by gladiatorial matches. SPOLIARIUM Neoclassicism and Romanticism 70 JUAN LUNA Y NOVICIO (1857-1899) The subject of Luna‟s Spoliarium can be interpreted as an allegory of Imperial Rome corresponding to Imperial Spain. The image of the Romans dragging the dead gladiators symbolizes the colonial oppression of the indigenous populations. SPOLIARIUM Neoclassicism and Romanticism 71 FERNANDO CUETO AMORSOLO (1892-1972) Amorsolo is a National Artist in Painting. He was a portraitist and painter of rural Philippine landscapes. Also, he was popularly known for his craftsmanship and mastery in the use of light PLANTING RICE WITH MAYON VOLCANO Neoclassicism and Romanticism 72 GUILLERMO ESTRELLA TOLENTINO (1890–1976) Tolentino is a Filipino sculptor who was named National Artist for the Visual Arts in 1973, and is hailed as the “Father of Philippine Arts.” The Original Oblation at the 3rd floor of the Main Library of U.P. Diliman Neoclassicism and Romanticism 73 GUILLERMO ESTRELLA TOLENTINO (1890–1976) Tolentino is a Filipino sculptor who was named National Artist for the Visual Arts in 1973, and is hailed as the “Father of Philippine Arts.” PAMBANSANG BANTAYOG NI ANDRES BONIFACIO Neoclassicism and Romanticism 74 NAPOLEÓN ISABELO VELOSO ABUEVA Abueva is a National artist for Sculpture. He was entitled as the "Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture". Also, he is the only Boholano given the distinction as National Artist of the Philippines in SIYAM NA DIWATA NG SINING the field of Visual Arts. Neoclassicism and Romanticism 75 NAPOLEÓN ISABELO VELOSO ABUEVA Abueva is a National artist for Sculpture. He was entitled as the "Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture". Also, he is the only Boholano given the distinction as National Artist of the Philippines in SIYAM NA DIWATA NG SINING the field of Visual Arts. Neoclassicism and Romanticism 76 NEOCLASSICISM and ROMANTICISM in the Philippines There is an article on the internet by R.G. Chan & Associates that discusses some of the Neoclassical and Romantic Architecture during the American colonization in the Philippines. Shown below are the pictures of some buildings built that time. Neoclassicism and Romanticism 77 Laguna Provincial Capitol Neoclassicism and Romanticism 78 Negros Occidental Provincial Capitol Neoclassicism and Romanticism 79 Cebu Normal School Neoclassicism and Romanticism 80 Iloilo Customs House Neoclassicism and Romanticism 81 SORSOGON MUNICIPAL BUILDING Neoclassicism and Romanticism 82 differences of Neoclassicism and Romanticism as to their elements. Neoclassicism and Romanticism 83 differences of Neoclassicism and Romanticism as to their elements.

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