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PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF A DISTINGUISHED FAMILY Maliputo signed and dated 1979 (upper right) watercolor on paper 18" x 24" (46 cm x 61 cm) PROVENANCE: Acquired directly from the artist EXHIBITED: Tall Galleries, Metropolitan Mueum of Manila, Si Mang Enteng...Encountering Manansala, Manila, May 20 - July 31, 2010 LITERATURE: Si Mang Enteng...Encountering Manansala (Exhibition Catalog). Manila: Metropolitan Museum of Manila, 2010. Published on the occasion of the Vicente Manansala retrospective at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila in 2010. Full-color photograph and painting description on page 33. WRITE UP: In this 1979 watercolor, the canvas unfolds as a deliberate departure from the familiar realm of maternal and filial motifs which predominantly defined his earlier work. Renowned for his commitment to representing reality, Manansala did not believe in purchasing perishable food solely for artistic endeavors. In a departure from traditional artistic practices, Manansala was known to create spontaneous watercolor renditions of freshly cooked dishes, meticulously laid out on banana leaves. This deliberate placement on the periphery of the dinner table introduces a nuanced dynamism, inviting contemplation on the precarious balance between tradition and modernity. His dedication to authenticity, whether amidst the bustling marketplace or shared meal, distinguishes Manansala as an artist devoted to encapsulating the beauty of Filipino culture in its most unadulterated manifestation. At the venerable age of sixty-nine, Manansala's keen eye for detail provides a glimpse into the artist's evolving exploration of form, color, and subject matter. Maliputo stands as a testament to Manansala's ability to continually refine his artistic expression, showcasing his adaptability and willingness to embrace diverse aspects of Filipino life in his artistic repertoire. (Ysabella Vistan)