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Everyday, students pass by this solid masterpiece yet no one has ever really stopped and pondered about the history of one of UPIS' most marvelous landmarks. "The Prayer" or Rock Man as it is more popularly known, has been an icon in our school for many years.
It is made of adobe depicting three men in very uncomfortable and awkward positions symbolizing strength, will, and emotion that every UPIS student should embody.
Sad as it may seem, UPIS students often take this sculpture for granted. Some even sit on it, deposit their bags beside it or vandalize its surface. What they do not know is that this sculpture was created by famous sculptor Ildefonso Marcelo, pupil of the National Artist Napoleon Abueva, in the 1960s. Marcelo, who is also a UP Preparatory School alumnus, also carved the twin sculptures "Captivity" and "Contemplation" which can be seen along the University Avenue.
The Rock Man is not just any lump of cold rock in front of the high school library. It holds a deeper meaning and was almost compared to a kneeling version of the Oblation. Hard work and precious time were spent in making this masterpiece. Give it the respect and appreciation it deserves. ● by Sandy de la Paz, Bianca Pio, and Hannah Garay
Feature: One Rocking Artwork
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| "The Prayer" has been sitting quietly in front of the UPIS high school library for many years. (c) Aliyah Rojo |
It is made of adobe depicting three men in very uncomfortable and awkward positions symbolizing strength, will, and emotion that every UPIS student should embody.
Sad as it may seem, UPIS students often take this sculpture for granted. Some even sit on it, deposit their bags beside it or vandalize its surface. What they do not know is that this sculpture was created by famous sculptor Ildefonso Marcelo, pupil of the National Artist Napoleon Abueva, in the 1960s. Marcelo, who is also a UP Preparatory School alumnus, also carved the twin sculptures "Captivity" and "Contemplation" which can be seen along the University Avenue.
The Rock Man is not just any lump of cold rock in front of the high school library. It holds a deeper meaning and was almost compared to a kneeling version of the Oblation. Hard work and precious time were spent in making this masterpiece. Give it the respect and appreciation it deserves. ● by Sandy de la Paz, Bianca Pio, and Hannah Garay
Hi, thanks for this write-up, Ildefonso is my father. A few pieces that I am learning about him.
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