Casimir Laurent (Haitian, 1928-1990)

Laurent Casimir was born on May 5, 1928, in Anse-à-Veau, Haiti, and died in 1990. He moved to Port-au-Prince in the late 1940s and joined the Centre d’Art in 1947 through Dieudonné Cédor. He later studied at the Foyer des Arts Plastiques from 1950 to 1956. Casimir is recognized as a key pioneer of the Haitian market scene. His vibrant paintings, often in rich reds, oranges, and yellows, depict crowded marketplaces, daily life, and community gatherings with strong rhythm and movement. His work was widely exhibited internationally and is held in major collections, including the Figge Art Museum and the Milwaukee Art Museum. Today, Laurent Casimir’s paintings are highly sought after by collectors for their color, energy, and influence on Haitian art. Explore his available works below.