ART HISTORY in the PHILIPPINES || ART APPRECIATION

Summary

This video explores the history of art in the Philippines, spanning from pre-colonial times to the present. It delves into the unique art forms, architecture, and cultural influences from different periods, including pre-colonial indigenous art, the Islamic period, Spanish colonial architecture, and the influence of American and Japanese occupations. The video highlights how Filipino art evolved under various global influences, leading to the development of contemporary art today, which incorporates both traditional and modern techniques. The narrative also emphasizes the cultural significance and resilience of Filipino art throughout history.

Takeaways

• 🌍 Art history is a global study that examines art as a reflection of human history and societal understanding.
• 🏺 The art of the Philippines has been influenced by a variety of global art movements due to colonization.
• 🗿 Pre-colonial Philippine art (900-1556) showcased indigenous cultures, rituals, oral literature, and cave writings.
• 🕌 The Islamic period (1201 onwards) introduced Islamic art and architecture, with the Quran as significant literature.
• ⛪ The Spanish Colonial period (1521-1898) brought Christian and Catholic influences, Baroque architecture, and religious sculptures.
• 🎭 American occupation (1898-1946) modernized architecture and introduced new forms of entertainment like Vaudeville.
• 🎨 The Japanese Occupation (1946-1969) was a dark period for Philippine art, but it also saw the rise of Modern Art pioneers.
• 🏛 Post-WWII to the 1970s, there was a surge in abstract and public art, along with advancements in architecture.
• 🌐 Contemporary Philippine art (from the 1970s to present) has embraced multimedia, mixed media, and various modern architectural styles.
• 🖼️ Notable artists like Fernando Amorsolo and sculptors like Guillermo Tolentino have made significant contributions to Philippine art.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of art history?

Art history is the study of art from across the world and from ancient to present day, focusing on understanding the world and societies through works of art, not just as objects.

How has contemporary Philippine art been influenced?

Contemporary Philippine art has been influenced by almost all spheres of the globe, including tastes of Renaissance, Baroque, and modern periods through colonizers.

What types of art existed in the pre-colonial period of the Philippines?

In the pre-colonial period, indigenous Filipinos had their own art, literature, and architecture, including oral chants, stories, songs, cave writings, and visual arts such as paintings and sculptures.

What significant event marked the beginning of the Islamic period in the Philippines?

The Islamic period started in 1201 when Arab named Said Abubakar arrived in Sulu, spreading the Arabic religion, which was embraced by the Magindanawan, Samal, and Bajau.

What is the role of the Quran in the Islamic period of the Philippines?

The Quran served as the literature for the Islamic religion during the Islamic period in the Philippines.

How did the Spanish Colonial period impact Philippine art and architecture?

The Spanish Colonial period introduced a focus on Christianity and Catholicism, leading to the construction of churches with Baroque features, plazas, and sculptures, as well as the development of music and dance.

What was the impact of American occupation on Philippine architecture and art?

During the American occupation, most architectures were modernized, cities developed significantly, and new forms of entertainment like Vaudeville emerged. Paintings reflecting Filipino culture also gained prominence.

Who are considered the pioneers of Modern Art in the Philippines during the Japanese Occupation?

Victorio Edades, Carlos Francisco, and Gallo Hernandez are considered the triumvirate who pioneered Modern Art during the Japanese Occupation.

What types of art were introduced during the first war period in the Philippines?

Abstract, public painting, modern, and conservative arts were introduced during the first war period, along with advanced architecture like real estate and condos.

How has contemporary Philippine art evolved from the 70s to the present?

From the 70s to the present, contemporary Philippine art has seen the introduction of multimedia, mixed media, and transmedia, along with the development of figurative and non-figurative arts and modern architecture like condos, hotels, resorts, and commercial buildings.