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Manansala Series and the Alcantara Reliefs from the Philam Life Collection.
This hall shows seven large paintings by National Artist Vicente S. Manansala (1910-1981) commissioned in the 1960s by the Philippine-American General Life Insurance Company (Philam Life) for its building at United Nations Avenue, Ermita, Manila. Also featured here are rural-themed wood reliefs by renowned sculptor, Jose P. Alcantara (1911-2005), which previously adorned the Philam Life Theater.
The Philam Life Hall is known for its collection of artworks by National Artist Vicente S. Manansala and sculptor Jose P. Alcantara. It showcases seven large paintings by Manansala, which were commissioned by Philam Life in the 1960s for their building in Manila. These paintings are highly regarded for their artistic significance and depict various subjects. The hall also features wood reliefs by Jose P. Alcantara, known for their rural-themed motifs. The artworks in the Philam Life Hall highlight the talent and creativity of these renowned Filipino artists.