The eSSenTiAl eDADeS AT SM lAnAnG PReMieR

In 1934, Edades invited fellow artists Galo Ocampo and Carlos “Botong” Francisco to collaborate with him on a mural for the lobby of the capital theater in Escolta, Manila. This led to several collaborative projects and the growth of mural painting in the Philippines. Considered the pioneers of modern art in the Philippines, they eventually formed a group known as the Triumvirate of Modern Art, and later the Thirteen Moderns.

Edades received many awards for his contribution to Philippine Art: the Pro Patria Award given during the Rizal Centennial Celebration in 1961; and the Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan Award from the City of Manila in 1964. In 1976, Edades was named National Artist for Painting.

On March 7, 1985, Edades passed away in Davao, leaving behind a priceless legacy in Philippine Modern Art.

“The Builders” (1928). One of Edades’ major works, where he demon- strated his enhanced knowledge and skill in modern art. He created the piece after completing his studies in the United States. (Photo credit: Cultural Center of the Philippines)

Portrait of Ms. Rosa Santos Munda (oil on canvas) by Victorio Edades. The artwork was donated by Nanay Soling Duterte to the city and is now part of the Museo Dabawenyo collection. “S e l f - p o r t r a i t ” (1928), oil on canvas (Accessed via Davao...