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Saturday, May 30, 2009


Fernando Amorsolo y Cueto (May 30, 1892 - April 26, 1972) is one of the most important artists in the history of painting in the Philippines. Amorsolo was a portraitist and painter of rural Philippine landscapes. He is popularly known for his craftsmanship and mastery in the use of light. Born in Paco, Manila, he earned a degree from the Liceo de Manila Art School in 1909.

Learn more about Fernando Amorsolo, free from the Lopez Museum.