The filipino worldview through art, images, and objects. From indigenous cultures to the 19th century

Abstract

This edited volume explores Filipino artistic expressions, which include not only visual arts and architecture but also literature and everyday objects. Grounded in its local context yet deeply connected to Asia, Latin America, and Europe, the Philippines developed a rich artistic landscape through trade, migration, religious encounters, and exchanges. From indigenous culture to the 19th century, this collection offers new insights into the plurality and intricacy of artistic traditions that articulate the Filipino worldwiew.