You may have more than just a peek into the treasure trove left behind by Martin Jesus Tadeo Imperial “Sonny” Tinio Jr., known in the cultural circles as the “Sultan of the Exquisite.”You may actually feel, touch and own some of what’s in the trove. Highlights of the “Leòn XIII’s Online Auction” of León Gallery this weekend are the elegant rare and prized antiques from the home of Tinio. According to Jaime, Sonny dropped by Leon Gallery to “say goodbye. Descending from a most illustrious lineage, Sonny’s grandfather from the maternal side is Bicol’s “Abaca King” Cirilo Jaucian and his father is PCI Bank founder Martin Tinio, after whom he was named. “One can indulge his or her taste for the beautiful items at various price points at the upcoming online auction and all that from one’s armchair or boudoir.

Source: Philippine Star October 17, 2019 16:00 UTC