The IGOROT of the MOUNTAIN

@Shavkat (137215)
Philippines
June 15, 2018 11:12am CST
Let me share a good art that I had found today. It has been a long time that I didn’t visit the local post office in my city. So I decided to walk through the mini-park in front of it. Then, I saw this art drawn on the wall adjacent to the stairs. I took the chance of taking a photo. We can never tell if it will be removed and changed to another type of art. It is an “Igorot” or native man in the Cordillera. During the old days, they wore G-string and indigenous accessories. Now, they only use this native outfit during special days. “Do you like indigenous art?” “Do you find interesting to see a wall art?” Image Credit: Shavkat
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Alfredo Rossi
@amadeo (111948)
• United States
15 Jun 18
My walls are full of Art works.The only thing I find with the flute is close to his nostril almost in. outside of that nice.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
15 Jun 18
I guess it was too obvious that the art has its flaws. Perhaps the artist wasn't able to make it quite good on that part.
Louise Crisologo
@mlgen1037 (29886)
• Manila, Philippines
15 Jun 18
Hi Shav. I like their uniqueness. I can say that I do.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
15 Jun 18
I am sure you will love the other arts. I am planning to explore the city if it doesn't rain for the succeeding days of this month.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
@mlgen1037 That's nice. If it is not raining in Manila, I had done photo scavenging.
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Louise Crisologo
@mlgen1037 (29886)
• Manila, Philippines
16 Jun 18
@Shavkat I trust that I will. hehe. It would be fun to join you if I dont have commitments.
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Sue21
@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
15 Jun 18
A lot of times yes. Its a native in the Cordillera? Its a very good photo and you never know when they might take it down yes.
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Sue21
@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
16 Jun 18
@Shavkat Very good idea that. Have a great day ahead.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
15 Jun 18
The art depicts the native man in the Cordillera. I took the chance of taking a photo of it. Perhaps they will remove it before the end of this year. A keepsake for having it and shared here.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
@lovinangelsinstead21 Thank you, my friend. It is quite gloomy but I like the cool weather. Have a great weekend!
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rebelann1949
@rebelann (111180)
• El Paso, Texas
15 Jun 18
Everyone likes something different, for me it's nature .... man made items hold no interest for me.
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rebelann1949
@rebelann (111180)
• El Paso, Texas
15 Jun 18
Yes, nature is the perfect beauty @Shavkat
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
@rebelann I can't wait to explore the nature of my country in the lowland areas. Hopefully, I can do it before the end of this year.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
15 Jun 18
There are some man-made structures are not quite unique to me nowadays. Nature is one of the best art that should be appreciated.
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Bhem
@JustBhem (70555)
• Davao, Philippines
15 Jun 18
I like paintings and art. Too bad I haven't been to the local museum we have in the city. They all have the paintings and art exhibit there. One day I will try to visit there and take photos to share here.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
15 Jun 18
I hope you can have the chance to visit the local museum in your city. Whenever I am traveling, the museum is on the top list to visit before going around the place.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
@JustBhem Our museums are not that fancy. That makes me dismayed sometimes.
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Bhem
@JustBhem (70555)
• Davao, Philippines
16 Jun 18
@Shavkat I hope so. It's just in the city proper.
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Icydoll
@Icydoll (36717)
• India
15 Jun 18
Very nice art..I love arts .it is very interesting
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
15 Jun 18
I do think this art was done by the local artist in my city. It is quite hidden to the public and not being noticed by the locals. I might as well have a photo of it to share.
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popciclecold
@popciclecold (35103)
• United States
15 Jun 18
I don't know much about. art, but it's a beautiful painting.
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popciclecold
@popciclecold (35103)
• United States
16 Jun 18
@Shavkat I think so too.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
Thank you for appreciating it. I do think it is good art and depicts the local tribes in my city.
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caopaopao
@caopaopao (12395)
• China
16 Jun 18
This picture is very good. What is he holding in his hand?
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
It was claimed as a flute. lol I think it is better if the artist used a gangsa. Gangsa is a well-known musical instrument of tribes.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
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caopaopao
@caopaopao (12395)
• China
16 Jun 18
@Shavkat Good to know that.Thanks.
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Michele
@Aquitaine24 (11653)
• San Jose, California
23 Aug 18
Ilike to see folk art on buildings.In the Bay Area utility boxes are painted by various artists
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
26 Aug 18
I think that is also a good idea. I wonder if the city officials will have this kind of idea.
rakski
@rakski (112925)
• Philippines
15 Jun 18
I love arts. I love seeing them in their native clothes.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
If you have the chance, you can see the local people wearing them on the month of February, The Flower Festival.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
@rakski I agree. Modernization had influenced them not to wear them that often.
rakski
@rakski (112925)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
@Shavkat oh yes. that is so true. There are more who wear those in Mountain province. In Baguio, less and less
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ingrid
@ridingbet (66857)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
i really wonder. how strong is the Igorot blowing his nose so that music can be made from his flute?
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
16 Jun 18
I was also thinking about it. If the artist just used the gangsa, then it would be more realistic.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
17 Jun 18
@ridingbet In fact, I haven't seen them using their nose.lol I am not sure how did artist come out with this art.lol
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ingrid
@ridingbet (66857)
• Philippines
17 Jun 18
@Shavkat but that is how the flute is played by the highlanders, right, kabsat?
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Danna B.
@db20747 (43427)
• Washington, District Of Columbia
17 Jun 18
That picture is awesome!!! I'm very fascinated with indigenous cultures!!! And their skills and how they live!!! They know how 2 live off of the land!!! Very fascinating picture!!!!
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
18 Jun 18
Thank you for liking it. I am going to find the other wall paintings in the city next time.
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Shavkat
@Shavkat (137215)
• Philippines
18 Jun 18
Danna B.
@db20747 (43427)
• Washington, District Of Columbia
18 Jun 18
@Shavkat will be watching out for them!!!
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