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Antique Shop • Authentic Ifugao Heritage & Handcrafted Artifacts
Welcome to Aliguyon Antique Shop, a curated collection of heritage and artistry from the heart of the Cordilleras.
John Bernabe Mamanglo, founder of Aliguyon Antique Shop, has quietly shaped the appreciation of Ifugao and Cordillera artifacts for decades. Known among collectors, artists, and antique dealers for his deep knowledge of the Bulul—the sacred rice guardian of the Ifugao—his expertise has guided many in understanding its cultural depth and authenticity.
Although others gained recognition from what they learned from him, John remained humble and silent about his role. One of his long-time clients, the late collector and cultural advocate Floy Quintos, recognized his contribution and made sure John’s name was inscribed beneath each Bulul he acquired—a rare gesture of respect in the antique trade. Because of that, collectors began to seek him out, tracing the origins of these remarkable pieces back to him.
Beyond collecting, John also keeps a small wood workshop where he works with master carvers from Ifugao. Together, they continue traditional carving practices using solid hardwoods—creating both faithful reconstructions of heritage pieces and new works inspired by ancestral forms. Some artifacts he chooses not to sell, believing that certain pieces carry stories meant to be preserved rather than passed on. Through this balance of tradition and craftsmanship, Aliguyon Antique Shop stands as both a guardian of culture and a living workshop of memory.
Aliguyon is more than just a shop; it's a celebration of Ifugao culture and a tribute to the artisans who have passed down their skills through generations.
Inside Aliguyon, the scent of wood and time fills the air. Here, John and a circle of Ifugao master carvers breathe life into hardwood — continuing ancestral carving practices that have shaped generations.
Some pieces are restorations of old Bulul figures or heirlooms; others are new creations inspired by tradition. Every carving begins with a story, and every grain of wood holds memory.
John often says that not all artifacts are meant to be sold. Some carry spirits and histories that must remain where they belong. For those he does share, each piece is made with deep respect — a bridge between the hands of the ancestors and the hearts of today’s collectors.
📍 Address: Alitaptap Art Cafe, Alitaptap Artists Community, Brgy. Halang, Amadeo, Cavite
⏰ Hours: 9 AM – 6 PM, Monday to Saturday
📞 Mobile: 0927 555 0688
✉️ Email: johnmamanglo55@gmail.com
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