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    Juan Luna's painting "The Parisian Life" depicts a woman in a cafe with symbolic details representing the loss of freedom in the Philippines under colonial rule, while Fernando Amorsolo's "The Washing Scene" depicts a cheerful Filipina woman illuminated by vibrant tropical sunlight. Both artists portray Filipina women but with different styles - Luna uses darker tones and symbolism to convey a somber message, while Amorsolo employs lighter shades and natural lighting techniques to create an optimistic atmosphere.

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    Juan Luna's painting "The Parisian Life" depicts a woman in a cafe with symbolic details representing the loss of freedom in the Philippines under colonial rule, while Fernando Amorsolo's "The Washing Scene" depicts a cheerful Filipina woman illuminated by vibrant tropical sunlight. Both artists portray Filipina women but with different styles - Luna uses darker tones and symbolism to convey a somber message, while Amorsolo employs lighter shades and natural lighting techniques to create an optimistic atmosphere.

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    Juan Luna's painting "The Parisian Life" depicts a woman in a cafe with symbolic details representing the loss of freedom in the Philippines under colonial rule, while Fernando Amorsolo's "The Washing Scene" depicts a cheerful Filipina woman illuminated by vibrant tropical sunlight. Both artists portray Filipina women but with different styles - Luna uses darker tones and symbolism to convey a somber message, while Amorsolo employs lighter shades and natural lighting techniques to create an optimistic atmosphere.

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    DOMINGO, CARY FAYE R.

    GED103 – B6
    CE - 1

    (PAGE 97)
    INSTRUCTIONS: Choose two paintings – one by Juan Luna and another by Fernando
    Amorsolo. Compare the artists’ styles and techniques as observed from the chosen
    paintings. Provide specific details derived from your observation.

    FIGURE 1. THE PARISIAN LIFE by JUAN LUNA FIGURE 2. THE WASHING SCENE by FERNANDO
    AMORSOLO
    OBSERVATION:
    The masterpieces similarly portrayed a woman however of different essences:
     “The Parisian Life” – also recognized as Interior d’Un Café or "Inside a Café”. An oil on
    canvas painted by a well-known Filipino painter and revolutionary activist, Juan Luna. The
    Parisian Life was one of his masterpieces made when he lived in Paris, France. The Parisian Life
    inferred a fairly tranquil aura which contrasted his other works. It illustrated a woman (courtesan)
    inside a café in Paris representing ‘fallen womanhood’, who was on the verge of standing from
    the sofa. The woman was dressed in floral white and pink which symbolized the purity of the
    Philippines, her redolent position, however portrayed the cruelty of the colonizers. The dark
    turtleneck was assumed to be a rope which hindered the woman up; it symbolized the absence of
    liberty and independence of the state. It is interesting how small details it seems; however, it
    conveys deep connotations. Juan Luna was certainly a talented artist who consider the smallest
    detail in his work and had the power to communicate a story amidst his works.

     “The Washing Scene” – is a painting of Fernando Amorsolo. A sense of sweetness and optimism
    were illustrated in the painting. It showed the vibrant tropical sunlight of the Philippines. As
    observed, figures are drawn against a characteristic glow and the light emphasizes the details.
    Also, a Filipina beauty was portrayed with the skin complexion of a woman – a typical Malayan,
    clear and fresh skin. Fernando Amorsolo used a natural light and utilized a backlighting
    mechanism known as Chiaroscuro. Fernando Amorsolo certainly shaped the persona of the
    idyllic Filipina.

     No matter how positive it may appear, when it is Juan Luna, a dark impression can always be felt,
    perhaps the dark theme he utilized; whereas with Fernando Amorsolo, the lighter shade he
    utilized brought a positive ambiance throughout his work.

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