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ALEGORIA

ART + ARCHITECTURE

5-19 Dec 2011 | Museo de Lipa

Alegoria (polish) or allegory, is a demonstrative form of representation explaining meaning other than the words that are spoken. Allegory communicates its message by means of symbolic figures, actions or symbolic representation. Allegory is generally treated as a figure of rhetoric, but an allegory does not have to be expressed in language: briefly, an allegory is a device used to present an idea, principle or meaning, which can be presented in literary form, such as a poem or novel, or in visual form, such as in painting or drawing.

Alegory in art, is a story or message represented visually. Sometimes the literal meaning in the painting is clear, but some examples can be interpreted as having another, parallel meaning. In the second example, the literal content of the work can stand for more abstract ideas, perhaps suggesting a corresponding, deeper symbolic sense than is first apparent.

Allegory in present day adds layers of depth to artwork, since artistic figures or literary characters can be meant to be both real and symbolic. Looking for such symbolism can be a fun or challenging process depending upon the artwork. Typically, modern allegory often reveals the artist’s intent or worldview. It is part of the subtext that gives the reader, viewer or observer information regarding an artist’s vision of not only how the world exists, but also how it might exist.

A mixed collection of hyperrealism, realism to exaggerated expressions, and this exhibit will definitely be a variation of exuberance to brutal - for some would take literal turns in their figurations, others relying on symbolisms and suggested form. This experience is a gateway to alter, to convey, or to just simply to play with our perceptions and feelings, an invitation for communication and a closer view of concepts that can penetrate our individualities.

An understatement. Paradox.

- John Apostol