De(art)th
written by Gernah Joy M. Carballo
Pottery is the same as life
It develops through gradual time
Like the classic Manunggal Jar-
two figures paddling a boat, portrays art
In between life and death
lies the beauty of grave furniture
Instead of weeping, Anthropologist are in awe
how Romblon turned eulogy into divine crafts
Terracotta bricks, ornamental jars, flower pots
Earthenware in Bandoja at Tibiao, Antique
ideology weave great amount of skill
Cagbangs creative blood is a legacy of inspiration
Precolonial Visayans major tradition is metalwork
They thrive craftsmanship for growing cultural connection
Risky things they're not afraid, endures like a maritime trade
It is in the heart, to pursue passion- till death we do art
An original poem, Carballo
March 4, 2022 (Friday)
P.S Do credits if you copy and I hope you take this as an inspiration. God bless in your studies.
