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Located in Holyoke, MA, USA. Explored during a photography workshop group, with permission granted by the property owner.

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Located in Holyoke, MA, USA. Explored during a photography workshop group, with permission granted by the property owner.

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FERNANDO AMORSOLO (1892 - 1972)
Baguio Trail

signed and dated 1940 (lower left)
oil on canvas
18" x 23" (46 cm x 58 cm)

PROVENANCE
Acquired directly from the artist

Indeed, Baguio Trail showcases another remarkable feature of Fernando Amorsolo’s oeuvre: the painstakingly detailed foreground, where every element receives meticulous attention. Simultaneously, the background appears shrouded in a thick mist, with each feature blending with the shadows. With his masterful strokes and exemplary use of color, this piece breathes with life. The distinct mountain air permeates the scene, almost palpable and perceptible to viewers, as if they were looking out a window.

Amorsolo’s masterpieces capture the light and colors he observed during his travels to far-flung provinces. Witnessing the grandeur of the Philippine landscape with his own eyes enabled him to capture its hues and tonal variations with precision in his canvases, as well as to create authentic representations of Philippine topography, people, and daily life. Moreover, his deep understanding of color placement, shadows, and highlights further enhances the realism of his work.

The Cordilleras, especially Baguio City, served as both a favorite retreat and a frequent subject for Amorsolo. The mountain scenery, often depicted in his paintings, not only showcases its natural beauty but also provides a picturesque backdrop for the hardworking rural folk he often portrayed, emphasizing the harmony between nature and Filipino life.

This 1940 piece, painted a few years before the Japanese occupation, undeniably captured the essence of a peaceful Philippines, a time of simplicity and grace. The maestro depicted a group of people, perhaps a family, on a mountain trek. They were carrying big baskets containing their belongings–or products to sell–as they traversed the rocky and steep mountainside. The sun is high up in the sky, but the altitude and the trees around neutralize the heat.

The rise of modernism posed as one of the greatest threats to Amorsolo’s career. As many artists shifted to abstraction and abandoned the Amorsolo school of art, collectors’ tastes also changed, and his market gradually declined. Subsequently, many people criticized and made harsh remarks about him and his work. Still, the maestro persisted in his artmaking and stayed true to his light and palette for as long as he could hold a paintbrush, a testament to his perennial artistic prowess and dedication to the arts. (Jessica Magno)

STARTING BID: ₱ 4,600,000

Lot 105 of the Leon Gallery's
Spectacular Mid Year Auction 2026
Saturday, June 13, 2026
G/F Eurovilla 1, Rufino corner Legazpi Street, Makati City

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