Photography: Boldy Tapales

By: Jose Nakpil on Wednesday, Apr 29th, 2009
Section: Featured Artists

Photographs of Bahay Nakpil-Bautista taken by Boldy Nakpil Tapales, a grandson of Gregoria de Jesus and Julio Nakpil.

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<h3> Bahay Nakpil-Bautista Facade</h3> Exemplifies the earthquake-resistant “bahay na bato at kahoy˝ or “house of stone and wood˝ wherein an upper storey made of wood is built over a stone foundation. <h3> The Zaguán or Entrance</h3> This area was originally designed to house a stable and carriages as these were the mode of transport of the era. <h3> Take the Wide-Planked Stairway</h3> The “entresuelo˝ or mezzanine is where Julio Nakpil, Gregoria de Jesus and family once lived. <h3> A View from the Top</h3> From the top of the grand staircase one will note the bannisters in the same design theme that pervades the entire home. <h3> The Sala or Living Room</h3> This is one of the large rooms with high ceilings and lower windows that slide open. The design provided good air flow in an age before air conditioning went mainstream. <h3> Bulwagan Ng Katipunan</h3> Commemorates the democratic revolutionary movement that pre-dates all others in Asia. <h3> Living Room</h3> The living room of Bahay Nakpil-Bautista forms part of the Bulwagan Ng Katipunan or Museum of the Katipunan wherein art depicting the Philippine revolutionary movement at the turn of the century is displayed. <h3> Gregoria de Jesus’ Corner</h3> A portion of the museum is dedicated to the person who helped organize the womens’ chapter of the Katipunan. <h3> Dambana Ni Oriang</h3> Three paintings depicting the life of Gregoria de Jesus and the precepts of the Katipunan. <h3> Restored Bedroom</h3> Contains features typical of the era such as the four-post bed with the “mosquitero” or mosquito net - a necessity in the marshy environment of Manila. <h3> The Azotea</h3> Our terrace is an oasis of greenery overlooking the urban sprawl around it.
 
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One Response to “Photography: Boldy Tapales”

  1. By Jenea Nakpil Medina on May 4, 2010

    These are some amazing photographs. It feels good to be a part of this family. I’m into photography myself any tips, advise, photo comments would be more than welcome! thanks.

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