Philippe Vieux 16"x12" Woman with Clay Pots c1970 Oil on Board Unframed Painting #1YN
Philippe Vieux 16"x12" Woman with Clay Pots c1970 Oil on Board Unframed Painting #1YN
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This original 16"x12" oil on board by Haitian artist Philippe Vieux depicts a graceful woman dressed in soft pink hues, carrying a clay pot on her head and surrounded by vessels at her feet. Set against a lush, floral background, the composition exudes balance, dignity, and harmony—hallmarks of Vieux’s figurative style that celebrates Haitian women and traditional daily life.
Vieux’s work captures the elegance of form and the warmth of Haitian culture through his use of bold outlines and expressive color. His stylized approach brings a timeless rhythm to the scene, blending folk sensibility with refined craftsmanship.
This painting originates from a prestigious private collection in the Dominican Republic and remains unframed and in excellent condition. Upon purchase, Myriam Nader Haitian Art Gallery will issue a Certificate of Authenticity (COA).
A luminous and poetic composition, Woman with Clay Pots exemplifies Philippe Vieux’s devotion to representing the grace and resilience of Haitian womanhood.
About this artist
About this artist
Philippe Vieux (born 1932, Port-au-Prince, Haiti) is a distinguished Haitian painter known for his refined and introspective approach to modern Haitian art. Educated at Collège Jean Jacques Dessalines and Collège de Port-au-Prince, Vieux began his artistic journey at the Centre d’Art in Port-au-Prince, where his first watercolor exhibition attracted early acclaim. Encouraged by mentors Dewitt Peters and Francine Murat, Vieux transitioned from watercolor to oil painting, developing a style marked by elegance, balance, and quiet emotional depth. His work often reflects influences from theatre, classical music, and literature—each canvas revealing a contemplative harmony that captures the cultural richness of Haiti. Today, Philippe Vieux is recognized among the voices of Haitian art, contributing to the country’s enduring artistic legacy with works that celebrate discipline, grace, and individuality. Source: Haiti Voodoo Kingdom by John Franciscus, p. 92.
