H. R. Ocampo: Domingo de Ramos
H.R. Ocampo (1911–1978)
Domingo de Ramos
1978
Acrylic on canvas
101.6 x 76.2 cm (40 x 30 in)
Estimate: PHP 1,800,000 – 2,200,000
Lot 150 of the Salcedo Auctions auction on 17-18 September 2016. Please see www.salcedoauctions.com for details
This powerful work transmutes the occasion of Domingo de Ramos or Palm Sunday, which marked the triumphant entry of Christ to Jerusalem. The waving biomorphic forms remind one of waving palm fronds and hands raised in welcome, the colors in tones of red and sienna presenting both joyous acclamation and the sanguine symbolism of the Passion.
H. R. Ocampo: Domingo de Ramos
H.R. Ocampo (1911–1978)
Domingo de Ramos
1978
Acrylic on canvas
101.6 x 76.2 cm (40 x 30 in)
Estimate: PHP 1,800,000 – 2,200,000
Lot 150 of the Salcedo Auctions auction on 17-18 September 2016. Please see www.salcedoauctions.com for details
This powerful work transmutes the occasion of Domingo de Ramos or Palm Sunday, which marked the triumphant entry of Christ to Jerusalem. The waving biomorphic forms remind one of waving palm fronds and hands raised in welcome, the colors in tones of red and sienna presenting both joyous acclamation and the sanguine symbolism of the Passion.