Guillermo Tolentino was a renowned sculptor, famous for his masterpiece, the Bonaficio Monument. He was known as the "Father of Philippine Arts".

GUILERMO TOLENTINO

Tolentino was recognized as a National Artist for Visual Arts in 1973.

His masterpiece is the Bonifacio Monument that stands at the intersection of Rizal Avenue and EDSA in Caloocan City. It was completed in 1933 and represents the first encounter between Andres Bonifacio and the Katipunan.

In 1935, Tolentino was commissioned to create the Oblation, which became a symbol of freedom, for the University of the Philippines. He also designed the seal of the Republic of the Philippines and the gold and bronze medals for the Ramon Magsaysay Award.

24 July 1890

to 1976