Isidro Ancheta: Intramuros
Isidro Ancheta (1882-1946)
Intramuros
signed (lower left)
oil on wood
8 1/2” x 13” (22 cm x 33 cm)
Opening bid: P 40,000
Provenance:
Private Collection, USA
Lot 44 of the Leon Gallery / Asian Cultural Council auction on 20 February 2016. For more details, please go to www.leon-gallery.com
Isidro Ancheta’s use of the Philippine Sun’s radiance is truly a magnificent spectacle. Redolent of the Amorsolo backlighting technique, this work shows an extremely strong contrast of tones between the shade and the outdoor brilliance.
Ancheta immortalizes the very moment, as a kalesa, or carriage, is set in the middle of the scene waiting — basking in the shade from the scorching heat.
Isidro Ancheta: Intramuros
Isidro Ancheta (1882-1946)
Intramuros
signed (lower left)
oil on wood
8 1/2” x 13” (22 cm x 33 cm)
Opening bid: P 40,000
Provenance:
Private Collection, USA
Lot 44 of the Leon Gallery / Asian Cultural Council auction on 20 February 2016. For more details, please go to www.leon-gallery.com
Isidro Ancheta’s use of the Philippine Sun’s radiance is truly a magnificent spectacle. Redolent of the Amorsolo backlighting technique, this work shows an extremely strong contrast of tones between the shade and the outdoor brilliance.
Ancheta immortalizes the very moment, as a kalesa, or carriage, is set in the middle of the scene waiting — basking in the shade from the scorching heat.