Angel Cacnio (1931–2021) was a celebrated Filipino painter and esteemed banknote and coin designer whose works beautifully immortalize the vibrant spirit of Filipino culture. Born in Malabon on June 6, 1931, Cacnio showed an early love for art—often modeling clay figures as a child. He honed this passion at the University of the Philippines, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1954 under the mentorship of National Artist Guillermo Tolentino.
Renowned for his dynamic oil and watercolor paintings, Angel Cacnio captured everyday rural life, folk traditions, and nostalgic Filipino scenes—cockfights, market vendors, river crossings—with vivid colors and fluid brushwork that radiate festivity and warmth. His award-winning pieces, such as Tatlong Sabungero and The Capture of Mabini, earned top national prizes, cementing his place among the country’s significant artists.
Beyond the canvas, Cacnio’s legacy lives on in Philippine currency—he designed iconic coins and banknotes, including the 20 and 100 peso bills and several commemorative coins for the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. He was a pillar of his local art community, co-founding groups like the Sining Tambobong Foundation and nurturing local artistic heritage.
Angel Cacnio’s contributions were honored with numerous accolades, including the Gintong Parangal ng Malabon and Gintong Ama for Arts and Culture. His Malabon home continues to serve as a gallery, preserving his rich legacy alongside the works of his artist sons.
Angel Cacnio passed away on July 13, 2021, at the age of 90, leaving behind a timeless collection that celebrates Filipino identity and everyday life—an enduring reminder of art’s power to connect generations.
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