A contemporary Filipino artist born in 1973, Orley Ypon is a well-regarded portraitist from Toledo, Cebu. His passion and talent for painting stems from his childhood, where he'd do portraits of his friends and family. Ypon is often praised for his masterful synthesis of conventional academic technique and contemporary social depth. The adherence to classical techniques are often used to produce works that seemingly treat beauty idealistic and utopian. Instead, Ypon veers away from this trope by creating stark and unfiltered images of everyday life. Through his works, Ypon manages to capture the unapologetic reality and beauty of the human condition. In Ibyang Spring, Ypon’s masterful approach is seen. The unspoiled and natural elements of his chosen subject matter. (J.D.)
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Orley Ypon (b. 1973)
The Belfry of the Basilica del Sto. Nino de Cebu
signed and dated 2004 (lower left)
oil on canvas
35 1/4" x 29 1/2" (90 cm x 75 cm)
SOLD: PHP 467,200
León Gallery wishes to thank the artist for confirming the authenticity of this lot
Provenance: Private Collection, Manila