September 30, 2010

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These are the magnificent friezes, columns and chandelier in the main lobby of the National Art Gallery of the Philippines, which used to be the Legislative Building of the country. I know that the architectural details have been there since the early 20th century, when it was built during the American Colonial Era. Unfortunately, I do not know anything about the chandelier, not even whether it is old or new. If I may hazard a guess, I think it's both. The main chandelier looks like an antique but the organic glass shapes and curvy rods with balls at the end are a newer addition. In fact, the addition reminds me so much of Filipino artist Impy Pilapil's work. What do you think?

chandelier at the National Art Gallery

If I ever find out, I'll let you all know, of course.

18 comments:

  1. Chattahoochee Valley DailySeptember 30, 2010 at 7:35 AM

    Beautiful architectural details. The light fixture has an art-deco feel. The style of the different eras compliment each other.

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  2. Leif HagenSeptember 30, 2010 at 8:49 AM

    Quite a fancy, elegant, unique chandelier creation!

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  3. GeorgeSeptember 30, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    I look forward to finding out what you discover about this chandelier. But it is certainly very distinctive and very interesting. I rather like it.

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2010 at 9:01 AM

    Nice to see it's still possible to put ones passion so nicely in a piece of art.

    Please have a good Thursday you all.

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  5. OlivierSeptember 30, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    wouahh quel lustre magnifique.

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  6. Louis la VacheSeptember 30, 2010 at 12:05 PM

    What does «Louis» think?
    «Louis» thinks he doesn't want this falling on his head!
    The old and new parts would hurt equally...

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  7. lewi14@gmail.comSeptember 30, 2010 at 1:27 PM

    Hmmm... looks giant... It's not a applicable "lamp" for my new appartement (LOL).

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  8. melanieSeptember 30, 2010 at 1:33 PM

    Etonnant ! La partie haute est lourde mais le reste est fort élégant. Je voudrais le voir ... allumé.

    Bonjour Hilda, je n'ai pas souvent le temps de venir te voir !

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  9. Rob SiemannSeptember 30, 2010 at 6:41 PM

    This an incredible chandelier!

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  10. Cezar and LéiaSeptember 30, 2010 at 8:13 PM

    Very elegant and those little forms remind me angels in some way, maybe wings, it's wonderful!
    Léia

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  11. LowellSeptember 30, 2010 at 9:37 PM

    All parts of this structure project elegance. The chandelier is too "busy" for my tastes but I think it works well in a lobby of an art gallery.

    I wouldn't mind seeing a lot more of the National Art Gallery of the Philippines!

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  12. escapeSeptember 30, 2010 at 9:54 PM

    for sure it cost thousands. just look at how intricate it is.

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  13. KaoriSeptember 30, 2010 at 11:08 PM

    Wow, that is very original! Gorgeous :D

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  14. GunnOctober 1, 2010 at 1:17 AM

    Wow, I guess that will give a unique light. Pretty!:)

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  15. UnknownOctober 1, 2010 at 2:11 AM

    Great composition of a beautiful place!

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  16. HalcyonOctober 1, 2010 at 2:34 AM

    Whoever made it, I love it. A fantastic piece of work.

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  17. Ken MacOctober 1, 2010 at 5:04 AM

    cool tentacles

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  18. FranciscaOctober 2, 2010 at 7:43 PM

    That could well be Impy's work, Hilda. Do you want me to ask her?

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