The National Museum of the Philippines (NAM) unveiled a clay sculpture of Rizal's common-law wife, Josephine Bracken, titled 'Josephine Sleeping'. The artwork, considered Rizal's 'Mona Lisa', was created during his exile in Dapitan City and is believed to be a memento of their love.
Dr. Jose Rizal ’s clay sculpture , titled Josephine Sleeping, was inspired and dedicated to his common-law wife, Josephine Bracken . The artwork has been on view at the National Museum of the Philippines since December 30, when it was unveiled during the 128th anniversary of martyrdom of the foremost Filipino hero and nationalist.
Tagged as Rizal’s Mona Lisa by NAM, the artwork, titled Josephine Sleeping, showcases Bracken peacefully reclining on a divan. The piece was presumably created while Rizal was exiled in Dapitan City in Zamboanga del Norte province between 1895 and 1896. The Spanish colonial government executed Rizal by firing squad for the crime of rebellion on December 30, 1896 at Bagumbayan Field in Manila.
NAM acquired the important artwork following the passage of Republic Act 11333 or the NMP Act. The new law grants the institution means to generate and utilize revenue for the enhancement of its programs and national collections, allowing it to match winning bids at public auction. In November 2024,was put under the hammer at Leon Gallery Kingly Treasures Auction, fetching a price tag of P31 million. Rizal and Bracken crossed paths in Hong Kong in 1895.
Dr. Jose Rizal Josephine Bracken Clay Sculpture National Museum Of The Philippines Dapitan City
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