Provenance: Private Collection, Malabon

ABOUT THE WORK

A very well recognized personality in the art world, internationally renowned modernist Romulo Olazo is among the premiere abstractionists in Philippine art. Though most noted for his creation of the brilliantly light ‘Diaphanous Series’, Olazo’s oeuvre features a vast assortment of styles and media. From oil to watercolor, the modern maestro exhibits exquisite restrain with his deft hand and keen eye — more so with his abstractions that play on light and motion. As in this stunning acrylic work by the modern master, there is a strong play on contrast. The dark tones subtly lay in the background as the delicate whites and yellows play about, leading the audience to follow the rhythmic whimsy.