Onib Olmedo (1937 - 1996)
Untitled (Plants on Top of the Wall)
signed and dated 1974 (lower right)
oil on canvas
30" x 30" (76 cm x 76 cm)

PROPERTY FORMERLY FROM THE CESAR HERNANDEZ COLLECTION
Accompanied by a certificate issued by Ms. Gisella Olmedo-Aranetaconfirming the authenticity of this lot


LITERATURE:Duldulao, Manuel D. The Philippine Art Scene.Maber Books, Inc. Manila. 1977. Photographed atCesar Hernandez's Card Room (page 277).

Onib Olmedo is known for his distinctive expressionistic and figurative paintings. With his works receiving acclaim from critics reaching from the Philippines and abroad, it cemented the title of being a major Filipino artist of the 20th century. He is also known to have established the Filipino Expressionism movement alongside artists Solomon Saprid and Ang Kiukok. Implementing the techniques of Cubism and Expressionism, Olmedo displays the triumph of the human spirit despite facing torment and suffering, while also making a compelling work of art that disturbs the audience. Often Olmedo’s subject is his surroundings, ranging from dark figures, denizens of Sampaloc and Ermita including musicians, prostitutes and vendors to the elites like musicians and ballerinas.