Two pioneers of Philippine modern art take the spotlight in an outstanding show at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila, The Material Inspirations: Anita Magsaysay-Ho and Nena Saguil Exhibition.

The two prominent Filipina artists, who were born the same year, 1914, were classmates at the University of the Philippines College of Fine Arts, and later became pioneers of modern art in the Philippines.

The exhibition features works that highlight the particular techniques each artist mastered, ultimately defining their artistic identities. Magsaysay-Ho became renowned for her use of egg tempera, while Saguil was known for her distinctive pen-and-ink style.

President of The Metropolitan Museum of Manila Tina Colayco says, “We would like to look back, with admiration, at their legacy and give tribute once again to Anita Magsaysay-Ho and Nena Saguil as we see them up close with works done in two particular mediums, which are egg tempera and pen and ink.”