ABOUT THE WORK

An award-winning sculptor, Solomon Saprid has honed his craft with various three-dimensional media. From hardwoods to brass, Saprid has exhibited a superb level of technical proficiency, putting forth his complex, yet intelligible brand of art. Drawing inspiration from cultural themes, Saprid’s oeuvre consists of folklore and tradition — a strongly Filipino sensibility in his creations. This work by the iconic sculptor is a fabulous exhibition of the artist’s tremendous vision. Done in brass, the highly detailed rendition emits a distinct exuberance — a vigorous kinetic quality to his composition. Adhering to themes of folk genre, Saprid’s close-to-home predilections speak of his Filipino-rooted influence. 75