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Napoleon Abueva

Filipino sculptor (1930-2018) · Philippines · On the map · Artists · Died at 88

Napoleon "Billy" Veloso Abueva was known as the "Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture" Through Proclamation No. 1539. He was proclaimed National Artist for Sculpture in 1976 when he was 46, making him the youngest recipient of the award to date.

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Awards

National Artist of the Philippines

About this person

Country
Philippines
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1930 to 2018 · aged 88