Raoul Viard (1921-1984) 16"x24" Sailboats at Night Harbor c.1970s Oil on Canvas Unframed Painting #5RS Quisqueya Mon reve d'une nouvelle Haiti bright clothing

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Grégoire began painting

an achievement that led to further artistic development abroad

and processions with figures and animals unfold across the piece in Mentor's characteristic palette of deep blues

elegant structures embody the poetic aspect of his religion rather than its austere spiritual grandeur

Raoul Viard (1921-1984) 16"x24" Sailboats at Night Harbor c.1970s Oil on Canvas Unframed Painting #5RS Quisqueya Mon reve d'une nouvelle Haiti bright clothingThis dramatic nocturnal seascape by Haitian artist Raoul Viard depicts sailboats illuminated against a dark harbor sky. Painted in oil on canvas, the composition captures the contrast between glowing sails and the surrounding night atmosphere, creating a sense of movement and intensity across the water. Viards expressive brushwork and bold palette bring energy to the scene, with reflections of red, yellow, and white shimmering across the water's