The Chosen Instrument
by Malate Lovendino, Antonio
Dated 1998
The Chosen Instrument
by Malate Lovendino, Antonio
Medium
Wood and metal construction
Date
1998
Citation
Antonio Malate Lovendino, The Chosen Instrument, 1998. The Book of Mormon Art Catalog, [URL].
Artist Information
Name: Malate Lovendino, Antonio
Location(s): Philippines
Gender: Male
Instagram: @Antonio M. Lovendino artist, guitar maker, musician
Insights
Technique & Style
Figurative, Sculpture
Figures
Gordon B. Hinckley, Joseph Smith
Additional Info
Notes
The image of the Prophet Joseph Smith near the tuner knob represents his being chosen of God as the Prophet to restore the gospel in this dispensation. Later prophets’ names are engraved on frets, representing continuing revelation. President Hinckley’s image near the sound opening represents God’s living voice. God’s hand holds the string revealing His word in the Book of Mormon. Without the bridge this guitar is useless.
Exhibition History:
Church Name
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints