Napoleon abueva wiki tagalog
Napoleon abueva wiki tagalog
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The Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture
As we continue to celebrate National Arts Month, let us take a look at the life of Napoleon “Billy” Abueva — as a son, a Boholano, and a National Artist.
He was born Esabelio Veloso Abueva on January 26, 1930, to parents Teodoro Lloren Abueva, Sr., a former congressman, and Purificacion Gonzalez Veloso, former president of the Women’s Auxiliary Service.
During the war, his parents resisted Japanese rule and took part in the guerrilla movement in their fight for freedom.
On October 23, 1944, Teodoro and Purificacion were captured by the Japanese soldiers and were executed in Balitbiton, Valencia.
Napoleon Abueva was only 14 years old when he and his 6 other siblings lost their parents. Despite their tragic experience, he continued life without bitterness and pursued his passion for sculpture.
With his prolific work and great contribution to the Philippine arts, Abueva was declared the youngest National Art