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Philton Latortue 20"x16" Vintage Haitian Jungle Landscape with Tiger and Deer 1977 Oil on Canvas Unframed Painting#3-2-95MFN

Philton Latortue 20"x16" Vintage Haitian Jungle Landscape with Tiger and Deer 1977 Oil on Canvas Unframed Painting#3-2-95MFN

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Description

This vintage signed jungle landscape by Philton Latortue is a vibrant example of Haitian naïve painting from the Cap-Haïtien school. A tiger bends to drink at the water’s edge while a deer stands alert within the lush tropical forest. Layered trees, radiant greenery, and intricate detailing bring the wildlife scene to life, reflecting the poetic vitality and saturated color palette characteristic of Haiti’s jungle tradition. Created during Latortue’s desirable the 1970's period, this vintage Haitian wildlife painting is increasingly sought after by collectors of Caribbean and naïve art. Condition: Minor edge wear to the canvas from a previous frame; the overall presentation remains very good, and the wear will be concealed with proper framing.

About this artist

Philton Latortue was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on March 6, 1944. He studied at the Lycée Pétion and later received formal art training at the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Port-au-Prince before joining the Centre d’Art in 1962. This combination of academic instruction and exposure to Haiti’s leading artistic institution helped shape his distinctive visual style. Latortue is admired for his vibrant and meticulously rendered background landscapes. His scenes often feature rich color palettes and detailed compositions that highlight the natural beauty and cultural rhythms of Haiti. His work has been exhibited both locally and in the United States, earning him recognition among collectors and scholars of Haitian art.(Reference: Haiti Voodoo Kingdom to Modern Riviera by John Allen Franciscus)
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