Accompanied by a certificate issued by the artist confirming the authenticity of this lot

Provenance: Provenance: A gift of President and Mrs. Carlos P. Garcia to the present owner

ABOUT THE WORK

Araceli Limcaco-Dans is an artist that is undoubtedly concerned with the emotional and expressive possibilities of art. As a student, she was mentored under Angela Fernandez and National Artist Fernando Amorsolo. Both her mentors noted that Araceli indeed was an excellent student who strove to find her own voice in the local and international art scene. Beyond her technical mastery over her craft, Araceli also possessed a unique affinity for the human soul. Her myriad of personal experiences, from her colorful upbringing to her encounters during the Second World War, infused her works with a plethora of emotions such as nostalgia, love, longing, and even loss. In this particular piece, Araceli seemingly offers us a novel piece of work. Though she is known for her light and airy still lifes, this piece shows us that Araceli artistic philosophy is one that is both personal and universal. This oil on panel urban landscape of Intramuros during Araceli’s time offers us a glimpse into what the artist saw, heard, and felt. Her use of soft and subdued lines are complemented by her rich color palette. The overall feel and treatment of the piece offers the viewer a dreamlike experience, capable of relaying Araceli’s own thoughts as if they were our own.