Art Lovers Gather In Full Force For Preview Of Much Awaited Auction

The opening night was a preview of the excitement of what is to come.

This is an excerpt from Lifestyle Asia’s May 2023 Issue.

Manila society was abuzz at the preview of the much awaited Well Appointed Life from Salcedo Auctions where some very important works from famous Filipino artists like Edades, Hidalgo, Bencab, Lao Lianben, Ang Kiukok, among many were presented to the VIP and art aficionados on Salcedo Auctions’ important people list.

Cristalle Belo, Richie Lerma, and Frannie Jacinto
Cristalle Belo, Richie Lerma, and Frannie Jacinto

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Art lovers turned up in full force for the recently concluded cocktail event that served as the preview of the auction that is now held bi-annually. The second one will be held in September. 

Carmen Brias
Carmen Brias

Guests had free flowing gin from Arc, the newest gin brand to enter the market, and tasty bites from Happy Ongpauco-Tiu’s catering. The pasta bar was a hit for the guests as they brought their small plates around the gallery.

Karen Lerma, Ramon Antonio, and Victor Silvino
Karen Lerma, Ramon Antonio, and Victor Silvino

The preview night was a success with Manila’s chi chi set gracing the preview to see live works of what would be auctioned two weeks later.

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Photos courtesy of Salcedo Auctions and Heidi Ng.

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