Guillermo E. Tolentino b. 1890 d. 1976; National Artist for Sculpture, 1973 Model of the Commonwealth Triumphal Arch Circa 1935–1938 Metal, wood, and plaster of Paris This work was commissioned by the University of the Philippines Alumni Association and University President Rafael Palma. National Fine Arts Collection #museum #museums #artdeco #fypviralシ #fypシ #Manila #nationalmuseum | Museum x Stories

The UP Oblation is the iconic symbol of the University of the Philippines. It depicts a man with outstretched arms and open hands, facing upward in selfless offering of oneself to the nation. Sculpted by Guillermo Tolentino in 1935, the statue represents sacrifice, service, and academic freedom — core values of the university. #oblationproud #graduatenasibunso #thankful #Grateful | GoodvibesemceeBert Robert Andes Nuñez