Raoul Viard (1921-1984) 24" x18" Sailboats at Sea c.1970s Oil on Canvas Unframed Painting #4RS
Raoul Viard (1921-1984) 24" x18" Sailboats at Sea c.1970s Oil on Canvas Unframed Painting #4RS
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This vibrant seascape by Haitian artist Raoul Viard depicts sailboats gliding across calm coastal waters under a luminous sky. A red-hulled boat anchors the foreground while additional sails recede into the distance, creating depth and movement within the composition. Viard’s expressive brushwork and fluid handling of paint capture the motion of the sea and the shifting light across the water. The composition balances warm tones in the sky with cool blues and greens in the ocean, while textured highlights suggest the gentle rhythm of waves breaking along the shoreline. Raoul Viard was a Haitian painter known for dynamic coastal scenes and maritime subjects. His work often focuses on sailboats, fishermen, and the relationship between light, water, and atmosphere, rendered through energetic brushstrokes and a vibrant palette. This original oil painting is hand-signed by the artist and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Myriam Nader Haitian Art Gallery. The work comes from a private collector in New York and will be shipped directly from the collector with professional packaging. There is minor paint loss in the upper right.
About this artist
About this artist
Raoul Viard (1923–1991) was a Haitian painter known for his striking seascapes and bold use of color. Working often with a palette knife, he developed a distinctive style characterized by textured surfaces and vibrant compositions that capture the movement and light of the Haitian coastline. Viard is associated with what has been described as “typical Haitian painting,” though his work stands out for its strong technique and dynamic execution. His paintings were exhibited in Haiti and the United States, and his international recognition was affirmed when the Haitian government selected his work for the inauguration of the World Health Organization in Washington, D.C. Today, Raoul Viard’s paintings remain highly sought after by collectors of Haitian art for their color, energy, and expressive coastal imagery.
