FERNANDO ARMORSOLO ARTWORK
The Grand Old Man of Philippine Art
Contents: About the Collection | About the About Page | Tech
ABOUT THE ARCHIVE
This archive celebrates the life and masterpieces of Fernando Amorsolo, one of the most influential artists in Philippine history.
Known as the “Grand Old Man of Philippine Art”, Amorsolo captured the beauty of Filipino culture through luminous landscapes, rural scenes, portraits, and historical paintings. His works are admired for their warm lighting, detailed craftsmanship, and romantic portrayal of everyday Filipino life.
The collection highlights Amorsolo’s artistic legacy and his contribution to shaping Filipino identity through art. From idyllic countryside scenes to significant historical moments, each artwork reflects his deep appreciation for tradition, resilience, and national pride. This archive serves as both a tribute and a resource for appreciating the enduring impact of his vision on Philippine art and culture.
Technical Credits - CollectionBuilder
This digital collection is built with CollectionBuilder, an open source framework for creating digital collection and exhibit websites that is developed by faculty librarians at the University of Idaho Library following the Lib-Static methodology.
Using the CollectionBuilder-CSV template and the static website generator Jekyll, this project creates an engaging interface to explore driven by metadata.
