Solomon Saprid lived from 1917 to 2003. Solomon was best known for his Brutalist School bronze sculptures of welded scraps of metal together. His illustrations and sculptures include mother and child, Don Quixote, nude pieces, folk dance, fruits and flowers. After studying art briefly at University of Philippines and obtaining his Masters in Education from University of Ohio in 1954, he became a scientific illustrator and a textbook illustrator.

His professional career included stints at the Audio Visual Department of the Federation of Christian Churches, teaching at the University of the East. By 1967 he was entering his sculptures into art shows, beginning with his "Sad Christ" work to the...