Rigaud Benoit (1911–1986) had become one of the three or four most highly prized Haitian artists
A spectral vision of a tormented world
presented his paintings in Québec (2010) and old Montréal (2011)
Simil uses his images of women only as means for displaying patterns
100 hand-signed museum print proofs
Andre Pierre (1914-2005) 16"x24" c1970 Oil on Board Unframed Painting #1YN 31"x22" Rigaud Benoit (1911–1986) had becomeThis exquisite oil on canvas by Haitian master Andr Pierre (19142005) depicts Makasa Sa Bois (Porte Paroles), a Vodou spirit rendered with luminous color, rhythmic brushwork, and profound spiritual symbolism. Painted circa the 1970s, the composition reveals a sacred altar surrounded by drums, candles, and vegetal forms, evoking both ritual ceremony and divine presence. Pierre, a self taught artist and devoted Vodou priest, is celebrated for