Napoleon Abueva
AKA Napoleon Veloso Abueva
- "Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture"
- Philippine National Artist for Sculpture (1976)
QUOTE
"There is money in 'lapok' (clay)."
ALIAS
"Billy"
DATE OF BIRTH
January 26, 1930
BIRTHPLACE
Tagbilaran, Bohol, Philippines
FATHER: Teodoro Abueva
MOTHER: Purification Veloso
USEFUL LINKS
Wikipedia Article on Napoleon Abueva
Cultural Heritage: Napoleon V. Abueva
Outstanding Awards by Filipinos
Abueva’s works find a home at Malagos Gardens
National artist sees need to revitalize clay industry