A glimpse of Yuchengco’s never-before- seen artworks, memorabilia

The Yuchengco family recently offered an exclusive insight into their privately held art collection, including never-before-seen artworks by Helen Yuchengco Dee, in an exhibit held at the Yuchengco Museum in Makati.

Dubbed Timeless Collections, the exhibition was a remarkable celebration of art, culture and history. Along with Dee’s paintings were the distinguished masterpieces of National Artist Fernando Amorsolo and national hero Jose Rizal.

The exhibit, spanning multiple floors of the museum, also featured the works of other national artists, such as Victorio Edades, Arturo Luz, Vicente Manansala, Ang Kiukok, Benedicto “BenCab” Cabrera, Cesar Legaspi and HR Ocampo.

The exhibit also dived into the world of modern and contemporary art with contributions from artists like Anita Magsaysay Ho, Norma Belleza, Angelito Antonio, E. Aguilar Cruz and FB Concepcion.

The exhibit not only unveiled hidden gems but also opened a window into the rich cultural legacy preserved by the Yuchengco family.

‘Mindscapes’ by Helen Yuchengco Dee.
MEMORABILIA of Ambassador Alfonso Yuchengco and a portrait of Don Enrique and Doña Maria Yuchengco by National Artist Fernando Amorsolo.

Most of the pieces were exclusive along with a rich collection of memorabilia of the late Alfonso Yuchengco.

Timeless Collections was organized by Y Museum in partnership with the Wealth Management unit of the Rizal Commercial Banking Corp.

RCBC Wealth Management Group head Jane Mañago said that Timeless Collections also celebrated the timeliness partnership with its clients, highlighting the significance of the enduring connection between the financial institution and its clientele. 

“The unwavering trust and support of our clients inspire us to persist to better ourselves as their partner, not only for this generation but for the coming generations as well. We continuously work on solutions to support our clients in preserving, building and passing on their legacy,” Mañago added.

The Yuchengco Museum is a cultural institution in Makati City dedicated to promoting art, culture and history. It is a space for exhibitions, education and cultural exchange, offering diverse programs that cater to a wide range of interests.

RCBC Wealth Management, on the other hand, is dedicated to providing exceptional financial solutions and enriching experiences for its esteemed clients. It curates unique opportunities that add value to its clients, not only through banking but also through culturally enriching experiences.

Recently, the Asiamoney recognized RCBC as the Best Private Bank in Wealth Transfer and Succession Planning, and the Best Private Bank for the Next Gen/ Millennials in the Philippines.